tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-308765632012-02-15T10:45:21.940-07:00In-site-fullJen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.comBlogger7931100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-13194056547878083632012-02-15T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-15T03:00:09.703-07:00I Am One Lucky Aunt!It's funny. Before I was married I longed to have children. I knew that I wanted to be a mother and could already sense that there might be little spirits waiting to be mine. And although motherhood has not always been what I thought it would be (let's face it--sometimes it's rough), I am so happy as a mother to my three beautiful children.<br /><br />What I did not dream about, perhaps because I could not imagine large enough, was how much I would come to love my nieces and nephews. I am blessed with two sisters and two brothers. And from those siblings I have five nephews and four nieces. That isn't counting my husband's family and their beautiful families. As an Aunt I have had the opportunity to babysit (as I am the oldest child in my own family) and interact with these children from the time they were born.<br /><br />No one explained to me that I would instantly fall in love with them. No one warned me that when their parents took them back home that I would miss them terribly. And I certainly had no clue of how much I would come to enjoy being with them. Being an Aunt is the icing on a delectable cake. I enjoy every opportunity to interact with my nieces and nephews.<br /><br />Now that my sister has moved back to the same state in which I reside, I get to see her kids a whole lot more (although still not as much as I would like). I have found that her youngest, Aspen, has a tremendous sense of humor and is sweet as can be. I created this page all about the wonder that is she:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6l2PvydF8w/TzspsdksBoI/AAAAAAAAGS4/Qda1XLV2xbU/s1600/She-is-Cute-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Y6l2PvydF8w/TzspsdksBoI/AAAAAAAAGS4/Qda1XLV2xbU/s400/She-is-Cute-a.jpg" width="312" /></a></div><br />You can find additional photos of this project in my 2Peas gallery <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1790835-she-is-cute/">here</a>. This picture perfectly captures just how funny she can be. 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margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1319405654787808363?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-79179020438743823402012-02-14T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-14T03:00:00.703-07:00Tuesday Tip: Publication!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TI23Y2GsZnc/TxokaDpoxUI/AAAAAAAAF78/Q7WaTrbzGDU/s1600/Tuesday-Tip-Publication.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="275" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-TI23Y2GsZnc/TxokaDpoxUI/AAAAAAAAF78/Q7WaTrbzGDU/s400/Tuesday-Tip-Publication.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>You took hours and hours to make a fantastic project. Then you take a less than stellar photo of the finished piece. When an editor is browsing through hundreds of submissions, your project won't stand out any better than someone who made a bad project and took a great photo. Your photography should be equal to your project--GREAT!<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-7917902043874382340?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-34527289830735122962012-02-13T11:30:00.003-07:002012-02-13T15:14:10.814-07:00Rather than a Video Today . . .I'm spending the day with this little man who has been running a fever over the past few days. I really thought he would be better by today, but he's weepy and tired so I'm glad I kept him home. Hoping tomorrow he will be well enough for the Valentine's Day festivities.<br /><br />Meanwhile he's watching Netflix cartoons, playing with Legos; and I'm filling him up with medicine and requiring that he rest. I'm sure we'll be back to our normal routine in no time!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LpebSDXikSg/TzlWQOMHnLI/AAAAAAAAGPw/Y5oxcdWy6gw/s1600/DSC_0136.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-LpebSDXikSg/TzlWQOMHnLI/AAAAAAAAGPw/Y5oxcdWy6gw/s400/DSC_0136.JPG" width="265" /></a></div><br />(Note to self: Decapitating the boy's snowman while trying to take some photos of it before it melts on a day when he is already sick and weepy is NOT a good plan.)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8kPlC6qUT78/TzlWpUC3ibI/AAAAAAAAGP4/2P40SN1Shk0/s1600/DSC_0147.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-8kPlC6qUT78/TzlWpUC3ibI/AAAAAAAAGP4/2P40SN1Shk0/s400/DSC_0147.JPG" width="265" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xHkyREaI_yw/TzlWxO1pQlI/AAAAAAAAGQA/RN1U1XLoWX4/s1600/DSC_0156.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xHkyREaI_yw/TzlWxO1pQlI/AAAAAAAAGQA/RN1U1XLoWX4/s400/DSC_0156.JPG" width="265" /></a></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-3452728983073512296?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-16878714531728211792012-02-11T06:40:00.001-07:002012-02-14T19:40:49.496-07:00True Scrap Class DescriptionI've already told you how excited I am to be joining the 14 other instructors for True Scrap 3, an online paper crafting and scrapbooking event. But now I wanted to encourage you to join in on the fun! There is a class for everyone with instructors ranging from Ana Cabrera, to Nichol Magourik, to Shimelle Laine, and even to the amazing Lain Ehmann herself. Whether you enjoy stamping, digital scrapbooking, or creating your own mini albums these instructors have such fun things in store. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VLXZ1piFu-4/TzZsFSkBXII/AAAAAAAAGPg/Cn7k4PMsawc/s1600/TS3comingsoonalien.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VLXZ1piFu-4/TzZsFSkBXII/AAAAAAAAGPg/Cn7k4PMsawc/s400/TS3comingsoonalien.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.e-junkie.com/ecom/gb.php?ii=1051423&c=ib&aff=200166&cl=100873" target="ejejcsingle">Click here to view more details</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"></div>I will be teaching the class "Beyond the Box: Creative Ways to Add Journaling to Your Pages." I have worked for the past few years writing and editing papercrafting and journaling articles for publication, creating social media content for publication and manufacturer blogs, and I'm currently serving as the Manging Editor for Echo Park Paper's Electronic Idea Books. I love journaling! But I also love beautiful design. In this class, I'll show you how journaling can become a dynamic part of your page design. I have some fun techniques planned for this class, including a 30 minute plus tutorial video, a full-color instructional PDF, and three projects completed from start-to-finish (additional ideas are also included). Here's a little graphic of the class to get you excited:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6I4RvgQ9kkw/TzZrby-JupI/AAAAAAAAGPY/wBxmZETM-ts/s1600/Beyond-the-Box-Class-Graphic.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="325" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6I4RvgQ9kkw/TzZrby-JupI/AAAAAAAAGPY/wBxmZETM-ts/s400/Beyond-the-Box-Class-Graphic.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://www.e-junkie.com/ecom/gb.php?ii=1051423&c=ib&aff=200166&cl=100873" target="ejejcsingle">Click here to view more details</a></div><br /><strong>Bonus Class:</strong><br /><br />If you use the links to True Scrap 3 from my website to sign up for the event, I will add an additional "mini class" with another instructional video and smaller PDF. This class will perfectly complement my "Beyond the Box" class and will give you additional ideas for creative papercrafting. <em>This class will ONLY be offered to those who sign up for the event through my blog or social media links!</em><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1687871453172821179?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-24813344141669184372012-02-10T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-10T03:00:06.279-07:00Fast Photo Friday: Props!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OpMzDkUaAEY/Txn2iCe5yJI/AAAAAAAAF7M/wNcCEThKACk/s1600/Friday-Photo-Props.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-OpMzDkUaAEY/Txn2iCe5yJI/AAAAAAAAF7M/wNcCEThKACk/s400/Friday-Photo-Props.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Kudos to the kid who comes prepared with her own props! My daughter has more confidence in her pinky finger than I have contained within my whole being. She makes photography and memory making fun. And she makes me laugh . . . CONSTANTLY! Look for funky glasses, moustache printables, cool hats, scarves, and your basic dress-ups for a fun twist on a typical photography session. <br /><br /><em>(NOTE: You may or may not see this photo used in a past or upcoming 2Peas Project. I can neither confirm nor deny.)</em><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2481334414166918437?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-28628520043401300952012-02-09T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-09T03:00:11.486-07:00Pinned: WinterI'm stuck! Yep. Stuck inside at least. I really hate going out in the cold and the damp. I'd much rather sit inside my cozy, warm home and do something creative. To get my creative juices pumping I searched <a href="http://pinterest.com/">Pinterest</a> for some "winter" inspiration. Here are just a few items that caught my eye!<br /><br />Winter Wooden Wreath from <a href="http://www.bhg.com/christmas/wreaths/christmas-wreaths/?sssdmh=dm17.562004&esrc=nwholdec2011_06_5&email=313198629#page=8">Better Homes & Gardens</a>:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BKAcb6tAcVw/Txn6cqe3LjI/AAAAAAAAF7c/FuhtERVH-vU/s1600/Winter+Wreath.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-BKAcb6tAcVw/Txn6cqe3LjI/AAAAAAAAF7c/FuhtERVH-vU/s400/Winter+Wreath.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Winter Card by <a href="http://leascupcakesandsunshine.blogspot.com/search?updated-min=2009-01-01T00:00:00-07:00&updated-max=2010-01-01T00:00:00-07:00&max-results=50">Lea Lawson</a>:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P9bFthBJmrI/Txn7CRfTx-I/AAAAAAAAF7k/ACw6uKdXxps/s1600/12736811415886564_SL4wsXUk_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-P9bFthBJmrI/Txn7CRfTx-I/AAAAAAAAF7k/ACw6uKdXxps/s400/12736811415886564_SL4wsXUk_c.jpg" width="386" /></a></div><br />Snowman Box by <a href="http://lilybeanpaperie.typepad.com/lilybeans_paperie/2011/10/merry-october.html">Melissa Phillips</a>:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BXQ0zKUM98Q/Txn7eFOYjXI/AAAAAAAAF7s/I5OdZyuDiv0/s1600/914862394034321_J77qNhe9_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-BXQ0zKUM98Q/Txn7eFOYjXI/AAAAAAAAF7s/I5OdZyuDiv0/s400/914862394034321_J77qNhe9_c.jpg" width="393" /></a></div><br />Since I'm already stuck inside, I need some reason to celebrate winter so I'm going to use some of the following products to help me document this cold (yet beautiful) season!<br /><br /><span style="color: #76a5af; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; 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float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=60013&c=9919" target="_blank" title="DigiKit - Baby it's cold outside!"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120120/10920/100/1327103682.23" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9919" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2862852004340130095?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-50428957106579019942012-02-08T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-08T03:00:05.454-07:00Confident KidsI wasn't a super confident child. Meaning I wasn't sure of myself all the time, I suffered from bouts of shyness, and I didn't always feel comfortable in my own skin. However I wasn't a shrinking violet either. I loved people, chatted up a storm, joined clubs, tried new things. I think I was a little more confident than I was shy, but like I said I was never super confident.<br /><br />Now my daughter, on the other hand, is super confident. She tried out for a school musical by singing a solo when she has never sung in public before EVER. She takes dressing up for school spirit days very seriously and will often leave home in a crazy outfit that I wouldn't have been caught dead in (not inappropriate--just crazy fun). And she can laugh at herself. I couldn't ever do that. I still can't. She can trip, or make a mistake, or forget something and she laughs about it. I love her self-confidence.<br /><br />I wish I knew the secret for raising confident kids. We love our kids. We tell them often we are proud of them and try to be involved in their lives. But that isn't all it takes to raise a confident kid. Some kids just seem born with something special inside them--some knowledge of their own divine nature. I wish I could bottle it up. I wish I could use some of it myself.<br />On this particular day, she gathered these photo props herself and asked me to stop working so we could have a little photo shoot. I would NEVER do that. I still don't like having my picture taken. But I'm so happy to have a child that does love it--that knows how to have fun and still be humble and sweet. I'm a very lucky, mama. And I tell her that often.<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EwGaXWsBLcQ/Ty_2y6eOz8I/AAAAAAAAGMg/hDg_CP9v3hM/s1600/Silly-Girl-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-EwGaXWsBLcQ/Ty_2y6eOz8I/AAAAAAAAGMg/hDg_CP9v3hM/s400/Silly-Girl-a.jpg" width="308" /></a></div><br />For additional photos of this project, be sure to check out the project page <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1790779-silly-girl/">here</a> at 2Peas. This served as one of my monthly Garden Seeds, and it is bright and happy like my daughter's amazing personality.<br /><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies:</span> (Click photos for links to the products used to create this layout.)</span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66081&c=11033" target="_blank" title="Border Value Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328543937.7" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64758&c=11033" target="_blank" title="Border Starter Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276824.5" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=11033" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5042895710657901994?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-24272503489144674602012-02-07T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-07T03:00:12.209-07:00Shabby Apple Dress GIVEAWAY!!One of the companies that I advertise for is "<a href="http://www.shabbyapple.com/">Shabby Apple</a>." I appreciate their amazing design aesthetic and find their clothing both fun and modest, which I definitely appreciate. They have generously offered a giveaway to one of my blog readers. I chose the super darling "<a href="http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-575-coco-bean.aspx">Coco Bean</a>" one of their amazing women's <a href="http://www.shabbyapple.com/t-apparel.aspx">dresses</a> to giveaway because I think it's hip, on-trend, and SUPER cute:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-13DBLpJsglA/Ty_TuNVWB1I/AAAAAAAAGMY/_GPlpAULqho/s1600/Dress-Giveaway-Image.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-13DBLpJsglA/Ty_TuNVWB1I/AAAAAAAAGMY/_GPlpAULqho/s400/Dress-Giveaway-Image.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><br /><strong>Giveaway Qualifications:</strong><br /><br />* Please leave a comment by Tuesday, February 14 at midnight MST on this blog post indicating your favorite Shabby Apple dress from the amazing dresses they offer.<br /><br />* Check out the "Shabby Apple" <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/Shabby-Apple/56291792791%29#!/pages/Shabby-Apple/56291792791">Facebook page</a> and "like" it. Tell them I sent you.<br /><br />* All entrants must have a US shipping address to qualify.<br /><br />* Winner MUST provide name, shipping address, e-mail address, contact phone number, and desired dress size upon winning. Winner must reply to winning email by Thursday, February 16 midnight MST to claim their prize. (Dress will be shipped and handled through Shabby Apple.)<br /><br /><em>Note: This giveaway is sponsored by Shabby Apple. I am merely providing a prize winner to their company for this giveaway. I cannot be held responsible for any shipping or fit issues of this product. All issues regarding the prize should be handled through Shabby Apple's customer service department.</em><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2427250348914467460?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com29tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-59593375906115252342012-02-06T14:04:00.001-07:002012-02-06T14:04:06.476-07:00Jen's Jumpstarts: Embossing Powder CardSorry for the delay in this week's video. I had a migraine this weekend that about wiped me out. I don't know how people have them all the time. I rarely have them and they put me down!<br /><br />Today's "Jen's Jumpstarts" video shows you a few techniques including heat embossing, stamping, and assembling three dimensional butterflies. A fairly quick and easy card to recreate:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ire8XKzLqdY/TzA8-8UNYlI/AAAAAAAAGMo/JAhXMO4omks/s1600/Right-at-Home.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="318" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ire8XKzLqdY/TzA8-8UNYlI/AAAAAAAAGMo/JAhXMO4omks/s400/Right-at-Home.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up photo of the card and the dimensional butterflies:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6TmBd6j5KFM/TzA9OjR_pII/AAAAAAAAGMw/XdmV0Fm4rsU/s1600/At-Home-Card-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="220" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-6TmBd6j5KFM/TzA9OjR_pII/AAAAAAAAGMw/XdmV0Fm4rsU/s320/At-Home-Card-b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />You can watch the step-by-step video here:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/ZrYx7mWmZcM" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #134f5c;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies:</span> (Click photos for links.)</span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66249&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Lucky Twine Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561601.88" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66093&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Aqua Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328544258.17" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66092&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Cotton Candy Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328544220.53" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66090&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Green Apple Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328544182.37" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66089&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Orange Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328544144.55" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66252&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Doilies Sheet Clear Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561686.07" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66262&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Leaf & Flower Background Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328562015.77" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66263&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Large Flower Background Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328562052.79" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66253&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Versamark Ink Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561756.33" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66254&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Top Boss Watermark Mini Size Ink Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561805.83" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66256&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Zing! White Opaque Embossing Powder 1 oz"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561844.79" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66260&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Wonderful Wings"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561934.43" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66258&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Jenni Bowlin Jenni's Butterfly Medium Lever Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328561888.57" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66265&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Double Bubble Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328562112.42" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=66115&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Happier 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120206/10920/75/1328544737.3" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64756&c=11057" target="_blank" title="On The Bright Side One 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276732.29" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64754&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Be Amazing Follow Your Heart 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276657.61" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64749&c=11057" target="_blank" title="Dolled Up 6X6 Miss Caroline Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276493.02" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=11057" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5959337590611525234?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-6224778519980256082012-02-04T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-04T03:00:09.271-07:00It's CHA Shopping Time!!I'm so excited that items are now hitting the stores from CHA. I already sent some items in my cart through yesterday when I saw what was available. Two Peas had a big shipment from My Mind's Eye arrive and you'll definitely want to check out the new collections. Plus right now they have over 300 NEW ITEMS!<br /><br />I'm planning on using some of these woodgrain papers from the new My Mind's Eye Collections for photographic backgrounds for my cards and smaller layouts:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Fa1v1r-rli4/TyvmO7Gl67I/AAAAAAAAGLY/KBxvALORgWs/s1600/2681904_600x600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Fa1v1r-rli4/TyvmO7Gl67I/AAAAAAAAGLY/KBxvALORgWs/s400/2681904_600x600.jpg" width="387" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1EDCYOzUnAI/TyvmSxFtMWI/AAAAAAAAGLg/0vFxlGjQhCE/s1600/2681901_600x600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1EDCYOzUnAI/TyvmSxFtMWI/AAAAAAAAGLg/0vFxlGjQhCE/s400/2681901_600x600.jpg" width="387" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-abeURWuciCw/TyvmWam81eI/AAAAAAAAGLo/GfgQ_lXyEuE/s1600/2681881_600x600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-abeURWuciCw/TyvmWam81eI/AAAAAAAAGLo/GfgQ_lXyEuE/s400/2681881_600x600.jpg" width="387" /></a></div><br />Here are some of the items that should arrive at my house next week that I'm hoping to play with:<br /><br /><span style="color: #cc0000;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">New Products:</span> (Click photos for links!)</span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64749&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Dolled Up 6X6 Miss Caroline Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276493.02" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64754&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Be Amazing Follow Your Heart 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276657.61" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64756&c=10802" target="_blank" title="On The Bright Side One 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276732.29" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64753&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Honey Blue Be Amazing 12X12 Follow Your Heart Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276622.26" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64755&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Sawyer On The Bright Side 12X12 Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276695.03" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64744&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Blue Wood On The Bright Side 12X12 Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276265.48" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64748&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Day Butterflies 12X12 Miss Caroline Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276451.4" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64745&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Favorite Stamps Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276304.89" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64747&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Adventures Stamps Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276408.2" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64746&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Celebrate Brads Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276345.13" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64750&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Adventures Large Sticker Accessories Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276530.48" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64751&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Lucky Twine Miss Caroline Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276570.52" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64758&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Border Starter Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276824.5" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=64760&c=10802" target="_blank" title="Border Value Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120203/10920/75/1328276869.64" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=10802" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-622477851998025608?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-91904602934982742942012-02-03T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-03T03:00:05.800-07:00Fast Photo Friday: Enthusiasm<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--BpNsvuzmlQ/Txn0dBR2zII/AAAAAAAAF7E/g1rVbQiango/s1600/Friday-Photo-Enthusiasm.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/--BpNsvuzmlQ/Txn0dBR2zII/AAAAAAAAF7E/g1rVbQiango/s400/Friday-Photo-Enthusiasm.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>I've always said that if I could pick one word to describe my son James that it would be "enthusiastic." When I gave him this large Valentine sucker, he was certainly that! Make sure to capture both the personality of the person you're photographing, as well as, capture the more serious photos of event (even if you end up with some crazy photos like this--this more "him" than any normal, straight-faced photo).<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-9190460293498274294?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-57874199963133774922012-02-02T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-02T03:00:00.780-07:00Thrifty Thursday: Vintage Clothespins<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qy2gGdEndYE/Txne_-nDKlI/AAAAAAAAF68/4FvtQ_eVuVA/s1600/Vintage-Clothespins-Photo.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="310" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-qy2gGdEndYE/Txne_-nDKlI/AAAAAAAAF68/4FvtQ_eVuVA/s400/Vintage-Clothespins-Photo.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />I frequent my local antique store haunt every now and then looking for great deals on cool, older pieces. This week I located something very exciting. If you haven't been to an antique store before, you might be surprised to find that it involves a little detective work. You might have to dig a little to find a unique treasure, but it's well worth it when you discover exactly what you're looking for or even something fun and new you didn't think you needed. Recently I found a bag of vintage clothespins for just $10. As there are well over 10 pins in the bag, I paid less than $1 for each one. Now that is pretty thrifty!<br /><br />Other ways YOU can be thrify? While I'm planning on using these for photography purposes, I also like keep clothespins on hand for use in my crafting projects. Perhaps you'd like to try a few these fun embellishments. Here are a few I think that are terrific and thrifty!<br /><br /><span style="color: #ea9999; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Clothespins:</span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55568&c=9911" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Nat Wood Clothes Pins Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116819.29" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55543&c=9911" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Mini Clothes Pins"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115273.36" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=54877&c=9911" target="_blank" title="New Addition Girl Mini Clothes Pins Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120107/10920/75/1325948704.09" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=54875&c=9911" target="_blank" title="New Addition Boy Mini Clothes Pins Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120107/10920/75/1325948655.02" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59984&c=9911" target="_blank" title="Pebbles Clothespins"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120120/10920/75/1327095965.11" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9911" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5787419996313377492?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-16200845635098442952012-02-01T03:00:00.000-07:002012-02-01T03:00:06.542-07:00Memory Keeping Monday Video: "A Great Life"I do have a great life. I was thinking this the other night as I said my prayers before heading to bed. Right now my children, husband, and I are all healthy. After many years of Joey's terrible health issues and cancer, that is a HUGE blessing in our lives. We used to make at least one visit to the hospital each year for either a breathing issue for his asthma or for dehydration due to the flu. We have been blessed to have good health for a while now. Right now we have good employment. In today's economy, I recognize what a blessing that is. Right now I have both my parents whom I love and most of my family is close by. I am very blessed and could go on and on with the things that are right in my world right now.<br /><br />That doesn't mean we don't have our trials. In many other ways, this has been a difficult couple of months as I stretch my wings and try to fly a bit higher. There have definitely been some painful bumps along the way. I'm a normal person. I get down. I feel sad. I make mistakes. I hurt people that I care about. I try (and I emphasize the word "try") to dust myself off and get back up. I even sometimes fail at that, but if I look at the big picture then I realize just how good things are right now. And after many years of it not being so great, I'm trying to really appreciate that.<br /><br />I want my kids to have a great life too! Just yesterday my 15 year old daughter had her braces removed. I'm going to admit right now that I cried. Of course I'm ecstatic for her, but it's another sign that she will soon spread her own wings and leave the nest. That kills me just a little bit inside so that's why I had a sad reaction. She understands, but she laughed a little. I'm truly glad she's happy!<br /><br />This layout celebrates her great life. For this week's 2Peas "<a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/projects/videos/memory-keeping-mondays-video-series/">Memory Keeping Monday</a>" I used premade diecuts as the basis for this layout. Every rectangle on this layout was measured and cut at the same size as the Jenni Bowlin Bingo cards. That's a great way to create a grid (use something already designed). I also "married" all the elements by rubbing the edges of them with brown stamping ink--a quick and easy way to make a cohesive looking project.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xWmV54OpVA8/Tyfw5xlycfI/AAAAAAAAGJs/PyOgbGtSLIs/s1600/Simply-a-Great-Life-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-xWmV54OpVA8/Tyfw5xlycfI/AAAAAAAAGJs/PyOgbGtSLIs/s400/Simply-a-Great-Life-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up photo of the layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gN6ZZRDdx60/Tyfw_yZzvlI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/pn_HdCWF_FE/s1600/Simply-a-Great-Life-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-gN6ZZRDdx60/Tyfw_yZzvlI/AAAAAAAAGJ0/pn_HdCWF_FE/s400/Simply-a-Great-Life-c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />And here is the helpful video I created completing this layout start-to-finish:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/KChW-c16ZE8" width="420"></iframe><br /><br />Be sure to check out all the photos of this project <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/projects/videos/1797101-memory-keeping-monday/">here</a> at 2Peas!<br /><span style="color: #134f5c;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies:</span> (click the photos for links)</span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63580&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Farmhouse 8X8 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328017892.28" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63585&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Sunshine Lost & Found Two 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018080.17" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63584&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Large Bingo Calendar Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018040.36" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63606&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Greeting Mini Bingo Cards"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018824.43" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63581&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Holiday Style Collection Miscellany"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328017927.36" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63582&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks Miscellany"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328017963.17" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63583&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Farmhouse Miscellany"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328017998.79" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63597&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Farmhouse Flower Sack"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018471.52" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63600&c=10589" target="_blank" title="One And Only Note Tags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018583.67" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63602&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Handmade Layers Tiny Tags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018654.04" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=63604&c=10589" target="_blank" title="Numero Tickets"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120131/10920/100/1328018742.72" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1620084563509844295?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-79575474492735212782012-01-31T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-31T03:00:06.878-07:00Tuesday Tip: Time Saver!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-blZSyKxgYko/TxoiXbBZXJI/AAAAAAAAF70/Yy79Qg--9ow/s1600/Time-Saver-Tip.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="275" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-blZSyKxgYko/TxoiXbBZXJI/AAAAAAAAF70/Yy79Qg--9ow/s400/Time-Saver-Tip.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>Reconfigure your workspace so that everything you regularly use is easy to reach. If you die cut often, move that to a space adjacent to your creative space. If you like border or shape punches, keep a basket on your desk. Your paper cutters, pens, and scissors should definitely be as easy to reach as possible. Start to notice what you use regularly. My sewing machine is a bulkier item that gets used regularly. It sits next to my main working space so that I never have to leave the project or take it somewhere else in my scraproom. Your process wil become more streamlined as you make these changes.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-7957547449273521278?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-63809019750679285412012-01-30T06:00:00.000-07:002012-01-30T06:00:07.217-07:00Epiphany Blog Hop with Echo Park Paper<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1BjXllyVT1U/TyV3y57eE9I/AAAAAAAAGHk/2Cf81Mk11I4/s1600/Epiphany-Crafts-Blog-Hop.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="121" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-1BjXllyVT1U/TyV3y57eE9I/AAAAAAAAGHk/2Cf81Mk11I4/s400/Epiphany-Crafts-Blog-Hop.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Welcome to the Echo Park Paper Co. and EpiphanyCrafts Blog Hop! You might have just arrived from Amy Heller's amazing <a href="http://www.amyheller.typepad.com/">blog</a>. On this hop you'll see the amazing things you can create whenyou combine Echo Park Paper Co. paper and embellishments with the amazing toolsfrom Epiphany Crafts. Below you will find the blog hop list. Simply hop fromone blog to the next to discover entirely new ideas for using these amazing Epiphany Crafts toolswith Echo Park Paper's beautiful products. </span><br /><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">For my project, I've created a layout using the BRAND NEW "<a href="http://www.echoparkpaper.com/collections/this-and-that-charming/">Charming</a>" collection from Echo Park Paper. I love the way this works so perfectly with little (or big) man photos:</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dCPIQnMhAFc/TyV4JcS-z4I/AAAAAAAAGHs/gJP1HZYgX2Q/s1600/Epiphany-Blog-Hop-Project-Absolutely-Charming.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="317" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-dCPIQnMhAFc/TyV4JcS-z4I/AAAAAAAAGHs/gJP1HZYgX2Q/s400/Epiphany-Blog-Hop-Project-Absolutely-Charming.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">I added some fun details to this layout with the Star tool, as I think a star shape is the perfect way to dress up a boy layout:</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vo1Juk_76J4/TyV4hqRq0NI/AAAAAAAAGH0/5YA1nuZK2e4/s1600/Epiphany-Blog-Hop-Project-Absolutely-Charming-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vo1Juk_76J4/TyV4hqRq0NI/AAAAAAAAGH0/5YA1nuZK2e4/s400/Epiphany-Blog-Hop-Project-Absolutely-Charming-b.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><strong>Blog Hop List:</strong></span><br /><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.epiphanycrafts.com/blog">Epiphany Crafts Blog</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://audreypettit.wordpress.com/">Audrey Pettit</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.nicolemartel.blogspot.com/">Nicole Martel</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://alydosdall.blogspot.com/">Aly Dosdall</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://kensingtondesign.blogspot.com/">Keri Babbit</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://seejuliescrap.blogspot.com/">Julie Walton</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://snapwhiz.blogspot.com/">Rhonda Van Ginkel</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://elendae.wordpress.com/">Linda Auclair</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://wendysueanderson.blogspot.com/">Wendy Sue Anderson</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://leslieashe.blogspot.com/">Leslie Ashe</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.amyheller.typepad.com/">Amy Heller</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://jengallacher.blogspot.com/">Jennifer Gallacher</a> (you are here!)</span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.mycreativetreasury.blogspot.com/">Kandis Smith</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://happylifecraftywife.com/">Tamara Tripodi</a></span></span><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;"><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;"><a href="http://echoparkpaper.blogspot.com/">Echo Park Paper Blog</a></span></span><br /><br /><div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: normal; margin: 0in 0in 0pt; vertical-align: baseline;"><span style="font-family: "Tahoma","sans-serif"; font-size: 10pt; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";"><o:p><strong>Contest:</strong></o:p></span></div><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">Leave a comment on each designers' and company's blog to qualify for the drawing for an Epiphany Crafts Heart Button Tool and Heart Button Epoxy stickers, as well as, two collection kits "Yours Truly" and "A Boys' Life" from Echo Park Paper! </span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QbG-bz2xsiM/TyV51a1E35I/AAAAAAAAGH8/R347q3muSU8/s1600/BST_06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QbG-bz2xsiM/TyV51a1E35I/AAAAAAAAGH8/R347q3muSU8/s320/BST_06.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HD-1zY_RS3w/TyV58PtIIJI/AAAAAAAAGIE/77Fk0Kv4N2E/s1600/BL25016_Collection_Kit_F.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-HD-1zY_RS3w/TyV58PtIIJI/AAAAAAAAGIE/77Fk0Kv4N2E/s320/BL25016_Collection_Kit_F.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UbD51mCaB1E/TyV6BqAIITI/AAAAAAAAGIM/ngX-VJcnBQE/s1600/Yours+Truly+Collection+Cover.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-UbD51mCaB1E/TyV6BqAIITI/AAAAAAAAGIM/ngX-VJcnBQE/s320/Yours+Truly+Collection+Cover.JPG" width="315" /></a></div><br /><br /><span style="color: black; font-family: "Calibri","sans-serif"; font-size: 11pt; line-height: 115%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-font-family: Arial; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-fareast-language: EN-US;">We hope you enjoy all the inspiration created by these two amazing teams. Winners will be announced on Friday, February 3rd on the Echo Park Paper blog and the Epiphany Crafts blog. All comments are due before midnight EST on Wednesday, February 1st to qualify for the drawing.</span><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-6380901975067928541?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com114tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-18388664879277114792012-01-27T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-27T03:00:03.716-07:00Fast Photo Friday: Sledding<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-js8M67F5v4A/Txm3K1MlH5I/AAAAAAAAF60/eY2avFgrAQI/s1600/Friday-Photo-James-Sledding.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-js8M67F5v4A/Txm3K1MlH5I/AAAAAAAAF60/eY2avFgrAQI/s400/Friday-Photo-James-Sledding.jpg" width="277" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><strong><span style="background-color: white; color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Winter Moment:</span></strong><br />We have lived in a state with a full blown, all out chilly winter for most of our lives. But as a family we've only taken our youngest sledding once. Mom = failure! But we finally got up the courage to brave the wet and cold and headed out to our local golf course last year to hit the slopes (the driving range has a set of super steep hills). I think I must have been traumatized as a kid because I remember the freezing wet of winter activities. Of course hardly anyone owned a pair of snow pants back then, and "moon boots" were just becoming the norm. So I was pleasantly surprised to see how toasty warm and dry we stayed the entire time. Clearly we all enjoyed ourselves. (And obviously this the perfect way to transport your sled back up the hill. Put your back into it, baby!)<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1838866487927711479?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-11951877137082941852012-01-26T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-26T03:00:08.098-07:00Create Magazine: Vintage MakeoversI remember thinking that people over 20 were ancient. It's true. At 8 years old the thought of having a real life past my teens seemed beyond impossible. What could possibly be interesting at that age? Well, I'm obviously well past my 20's, and good riddance, as I've come so far and learned so much in that time. I will welcome the (cough, cough) 40's later this year.<br /><br />My kids are not that different from I, and think my friends and I are already just as ancient as I once perceived this age group to be. While from this standpoint, I can hardly agree, I do understand their perspective.<br /><br />While I may not be old, many of the clothing pieces that I wore would now be considered vintage. Does that make me vintage as well?<br /><br />For one of my last assignments for Northridge Publishing, I wrote and contributed the projects for the article within the "<a href="http://northridgepublishing.com/store/display/create-vintage-idea-book-2012">Vintage</a>" Idea Book called "Flea Market Chic."<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E_GKaGePxvM/TxlwEpL56kI/AAAAAAAAF5U/HaOjhqxvcSE/s1600/1321050311_1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-E_GKaGePxvM/TxlwEpL56kI/AAAAAAAAF5U/HaOjhqxvcSE/s400/1321050311_1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />I thoroughly enjoy shopping at antique and second hand stores looking for treasures that can be altered and displayed in my own home. Under the guise of my "assignment," I was able to collect a few new pieces and give them a "vintage vibe" to share within the pages of this article.<br /><br />One my very favorite projects was the discovery of this rather dated brass frame with a floral poster glued inside. <br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-89hPOe514k4/TxmGkM6H_rI/AAAAAAAAF5c/yM5pAHeiXcQ/s1600/Vintage-Frame-Before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-89hPOe514k4/TxmGkM6H_rI/AAAAAAAAF5c/yM5pAHeiXcQ/s400/Vintage-Frame-Before.jpg" width="342" /></a></div><br /><br />To give it just the vibe I wanted:<br />1. I removed the poster and frame backing.<br />2. I spray painted the frame with matte black spray paint.<br />3. I covered the wooden backing with poly-fill.<br />4. I stretched burlap fabric over the poly-fill and stapled it onto the back of the wooden piece.<br />5. I screwed the wooden piece with the poly-fill and burlap back onto the frame with slightly longer screws than came with the frame (it was obviously a little thicker now).<br />6. I cut my initials from black vinyl with my electronic die cutting machine and placed them on the fabric.<br />7. I cut several banner shapes from leftover fabric and hung them from the twine strung across the frame and attached to the frame with buttons. The fabric banner is held in place with small natural wooden clothespins.<br />8. I added photos or memorabilia to the frame with stick pins.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Odd1gpEprRg/TxmGojoBxYI/AAAAAAAAF5k/DkQSdniTTlI/s1600/Vintage-Frame-After.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-Odd1gpEprRg/TxmGojoBxYI/AAAAAAAAF5k/DkQSdniTTlI/s400/Vintage-Frame-After.jpg" width="378" /></a></div><br /><br />This is going in a special place in my home and is one of my most favorite pieces I've ever altered. But this is just one of five projects I altered within this article. Be sure to purchase or download the issue <a href="http://northridgepublishing.com/store/display/create-vintage-idea-book-2012">here</a> to discover the other items I gave some "Flea Market Chic."<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1195187713708294185?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-82113100980123358842012-01-25T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-25T03:00:04.987-07:0020 Amazingly Long, Difficult, Sweet YearsI was one of those little girls who thought getting married would be like the princess who gets carried off into the sunset by the handsome prince. And while I did meet my prince, our life afterwards was no "happily ever after for ever and all time." Rather it has been filled with the sweetest of memories, the most difficult of times. Times when we loved each other fiercely, times when we could hardly get along, times when we stood together and stood strong, and times when we couldn't see eye to eye. The secret is knowing you are in it for the long haul. That this moment, however difficult, may end up being just a tiny blip on the radar of a life-long relationship.<br /><br />I am certainly no example of how to do it right and do it well all of the time. I've made more than my share of mistakes. But I do love my husband, and he loves me; and we TRY to figure it out as we go along. We rely on the commitment that we made to each other when we were married. We pray often for guidance. We try to apologize and treat each other respectfully. <br /><br />Some people seem to get this whole program much more quickly than have I. I think I'm a slow learner. But I'm determined to figure it out and maybe that's why my husband and I have been together 20 years (married 19). There are days when it seems like FOREVER and there are other times when I can hardly believe how quickly it's gone. I suppose that's natural. Either way, I'm grateful for what we have. I know it can and will get better and that makes me happy to know that he and I are on this journey together.<br /><br />Here is a layout I created for Two Peas in a Bucket about the lessons I have learned over those 20 years:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TVECbI450HY/Tx6wnZoxo_I/AAAAAAAAF-A/qgttD_72bxs/s1600/20-Years-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="271" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-TVECbI450HY/Tx6wnZoxo_I/AAAAAAAAF-A/qgttD_72bxs/s400/20-Years-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />For the left side of the layout, I used my Silhouette machine to cut the large "20" and the "years" text. (I actually welded together two words to get the word "years"). I then hand cut the dimensional banner and hung tags from it with twine. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-h1SpOauyOHY/Tx6w3dhvVDI/AAAAAAAAF-I/YL249RgU5WA/s1600/20-Years-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-h1SpOauyOHY/Tx6w3dhvVDI/AAAAAAAAF-I/YL249RgU5WA/s400/20-Years-b.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br />Rather than just journal one long paragraph of text, I created paper banner strips that I hung vertically on my page. No reason not to make a layout more interesting just by changing up the way you approach your journaling:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OvSepEer5J4/Tx6xEeTaUII/AAAAAAAAF-Q/0NcMGoYXxUk/s1600/20-Years-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OvSepEer5J4/Tx6xEeTaUII/AAAAAAAAF-Q/0NcMGoYXxUk/s320/20-Years-e.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Below you will find supplies to use to recreate this layout. 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font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=10169" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8211310098012335884?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-53145565382263769832012-01-24T03:00:00.001-07:002012-01-24T03:00:10.552-07:00Tutorial Tuesday: Cupcake Wrappers!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QATje_309YQ/TxmsZe_VzvI/AAAAAAAAF50/yELbXuXpfQY/s1600/Cupcake-Wrappers-Tutorial.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QATje_309YQ/TxmsZe_VzvI/AAAAAAAAF50/yELbXuXpfQY/s400/Cupcake-Wrappers-Tutorial.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div>Welcome to "Tutorial Tuesday" in which I walk you through some basic steps for creating a crafting project. Today I created some "Cupcake Wrappers and "Toppers" using the "Yours Truly" collection from Echo Park Paper. Below you will find the steps for creating this project.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hlF3QFh4QXQ/TxmtaeAkiZI/AAAAAAAAF58/PCQjPVYxIFA/s1600/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="306" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-hlF3QFh4QXQ/TxmtaeAkiZI/AAAAAAAAF58/PCQjPVYxIFA/s400/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />First, upload your die cut shape to your digital die cut machine software. Copy the image as many times as you can on the mat to save time and paper.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jry3iais7R8/Txmt_aum_4I/AAAAAAAAF6E/lDI3QH-SEz4/s1600/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-jry3iais7R8/Txmt_aum_4I/AAAAAAAAF6E/lDI3QH-SEz4/s400/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Cut paper to the size of the mat and cut out the shapes.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1rx6CPpyHWE/TxmvR6ShYoI/AAAAAAAAF6M/ZunLvP0jpXQ/s1600/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="258" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-1rx6CPpyHWE/TxmvR6ShYoI/AAAAAAAAF6M/ZunLvP0jpXQ/s400/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Cupcake wrappers will be cut to standard cupcake size. Mini cupcakes will require a size adjustment within your digital die cut software.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZF9Ocuy4wz0/TxmvnmelnRI/AAAAAAAAF6U/RNEJQmoBQU0/s1600/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZF9Ocuy4wz0/TxmvnmelnRI/AAAAAAAAF6U/RNEJQmoBQU0/s400/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-d.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Use glue dots or a strong adhesive to assemble and glue the edges of the cupcake wrapper together.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mkUd8p7ofvw/TxmwBIsMMaI/AAAAAAAAF6c/RXyt-JAXa18/s1600/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-3.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mkUd8p7ofvw/TxmwBIsMMaI/AAAAAAAAF6c/RXyt-JAXa18/s400/Cupcake-Wrapper-Tutorial-3.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><br />Fold the "XOXO" stickers 1/2" from the top. Thread twine through a black button and attach to the sticker. Mount the sticker on a toothpick to create the cupcake topper.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rkxqPa5W5zk/TxmwTsLuODI/AAAAAAAAF6k/NBi6WkCVcU0/s1600/cupcake-closeup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="288" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rkxqPa5W5zk/TxmwTsLuODI/AAAAAAAAF6k/NBi6WkCVcU0/s400/cupcake-closeup.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Stick the toothpick into the center of a cupcake and place the cupcake inside the cupcake wrapper.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a_n8B_Oz0tc/TxmpmSIHTVI/AAAAAAAAF5s/nfzkuckB7P8/s1600/Cupcake-Wrappers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="300" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-a_n8B_Oz0tc/TxmpmSIHTVI/AAAAAAAAF5s/nfzkuckB7P8/s400/Cupcake-Wrappers.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />These wrappers make ordinary cupcakes look extraordinary and will dress up any Valentine party you have planned!<br /><br /><span style="color: #e06666; 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float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53795&c=9899" target="_blank" title="Marshmellow Large 23Mm Colored Resin Button"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/100/1325681739.87" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37125&c=9899" target="_blank" title="Poppy Small 15Mm Colored Resin Button"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/100/1321290366.85" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=32405&c=9899" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Buttons Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111102/10920/100/1320237331.96" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=28656&c=9899" target="_blank" title="Licorice Large 23Mm Colored Resin Button"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111022/10920/100/1319292317.34" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9899" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5314556538226376983?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-40003472725200297842012-01-23T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-23T03:00:11.159-07:00Paper Airplane Tutorial for EP TV<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CETzeQ7TwJY/TxbP56YKbrI/AAAAAAAAF0k/JgygDM7del0/s1600/Aces-Are-Wild-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="293" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CETzeQ7TwJY/TxbP56YKbrI/AAAAAAAAF0k/JgygDM7del0/s400/Aces-Are-Wild-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Today I wanted to share with you a project that I created for <a href="http://www.youtube.com/user/echoparkpaper?feature=mhee">EP TV</a> using their "<a href="http://www.echoparkpaper.com/collections/a-boys-life/">A Boy's Life</a>" collection. In this video tutorial, I folded paper airplanes and stitched "flight" lines on the layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aihwrLhnqaQ/TxbQD8MQL7I/AAAAAAAAF0s/dqQ1tPClWHg/s1600/Aces-are-Wild-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-aihwrLhnqaQ/TxbQD8MQL7I/AAAAAAAAF0s/dqQ1tPClWHg/s400/Aces-are-Wild-b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />You can watch the video I created below:<br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/j01Z-I7yhBk" width="420"></iframe><br /><br />Echo Park offers several free downloadable project PDFs through their website. You can check them out <a href="http://echopark.mybigcommerce.com/projects/">here</a>.<br /><br />You can find the "A Boy's Life" collection at your favorite local or online store as it is now available.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-4000347272520029784?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-42141558497860806332012-01-22T07:00:00.000-07:002012-01-22T07:02:34.558-07:00January Gardeners' Digest: 2Peas GG Blog Hop!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OmIkTF-G_2Y/TxjIzJ1h5VI/AAAAAAAAF4E/33k-OyZZZ-w/s1600/GG-Blog-Hop-Images.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="145" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OmIkTF-G_2Y/TxjIzJ1h5VI/AAAAAAAAF4E/33k-OyZZZ-w/s640/GG-Blog-Hop-Images.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Welcome to the first ever 2Peas Gardeners' Digest! Each month the Garden Girls will host a fun, image filled blog hop to inspire you and help you to get to know us better. I'm glad you could join us today. Below you will find some fun tidbits of information about the project I've been working on, an item that inspired me, products I'm purchasing, and a little about little ol' me. Be sure to take a minute and tell me that you stopped by!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6wWN2f3mWXs/TxjJL-0lkMI/AAAAAAAAF4M/27FJApDz2k4/s1600/Blog-Banners-Sneak-Peek-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="40" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-6wWN2f3mWXs/TxjJL-0lkMI/AAAAAAAAF4M/27FJApDz2k4/s200/Blog-Banners-Sneak-Peek-a.jpg" width="200" /></a>Here is a tiny sneak peek at an upcoming project you might see as one of my Garden Seeds this month! Be sure to check the 2Peas Gallery each Monday for a brand new Garden Girl project release. Simply check this <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/projects/design-team-projects/">link</a> each week to see what we've been creating! There's sure to be something that both amazes and inspires you! Drop by and take time to browse.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-j9_vYN0vER8/TxjJ4tOGU9I/AAAAAAAAF4U/ttZLfcIWuyI/s1600/20-Years-Blog-Sneak-Peek.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-j9_vYN0vER8/TxjJ4tOGU9I/AAAAAAAAF4U/ttZLfcIWuyI/s400/20-Years-Blog-Sneak-Peek.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XH6yOEzazhg/TxjKgdHf08I/AAAAAAAAF4s/oi4VYIQcD4o/s1600/Blog-Banners-Inspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="40" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XH6yOEzazhg/TxjKgdHf08I/AAAAAAAAF4s/oi4VYIQcD4o/s200/Blog-Banners-Inspiration.jpg" width="200" /></a></div>I had to share this project that recently caught my eye in the gallery by <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/171482-jacksonsmama/1793657-two-reasons-studio-calico/?c=t">jacksonsmama</a>. Kelly Noel knocks my socks off every time with her eye for detail, stunning photographs, and creative layout design. This is just one of the projects I've bookmarked this month. You can find other projects that inspire me <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/user_profile/48067/">here</a>! Just scroll down below by projects to the "liked projects" section.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xS4JjhCaZ9A/TxjKR1vVcBI/AAAAAAAAF4k/OEyaQQD1rtc/s1600/projects_a87a06f6-e73a-494d-9c7d-fd326c431eb7_3d2d55fe350e40819e44c01d0ca4e7c8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-xS4JjhCaZ9A/TxjKR1vVcBI/AAAAAAAAF4k/OEyaQQD1rtc/s400/projects_a87a06f6-e73a-494d-9c7d-fd326c431eb7_3d2d55fe350e40819e44c01d0ca4e7c8.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RITM_ou23gw/TxjL7PE8weI/AAAAAAAAF40/8-kL0uJxkfI/s1600/Blog-Banners-In-My-Cart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="40" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-RITM_ou23gw/TxjL7PE8weI/AAAAAAAAF40/8-kL0uJxkfI/s200/Blog-Banners-In-My-Cart.jpg" width="200" /></a>I thought you might be interested in some products that have made there way into my shopping cart. This month, I've had my eye on these FIVE inspiration products. I can hardly wait to give them a try!</div><div align="left" class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56257&c=9860" target="_blank" title="Designer Woodgrain Wood Mounted Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/100/1326228728.65" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55656&c=9860" target="_blank" title="Yours Truly Collection 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/100/1326131618.15" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55546&c=9860" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Printed & Kraft Paper Dimensional Hearts"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/100/1326115393.73" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52893&c=9860" target="_blank" title="New Addition Girl Toothpick Flags Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/100/1325512201.51" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 109px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 104px; vertical-align: middle; width: 107px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=51200&c=9860" target="_blank" title="Pink/Red Say It In Crystals"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111227/10920/100/1325006510.06" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9860" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MBlvpJsmAdE/TxjMcPXXaII/AAAAAAAAF48/hbyx3j79ZjE/s1600/Blog-Banners-Additional-Inspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></div><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MBlvpJsmAdE/TxjMcPXXaII/AAAAAAAAF48/hbyx3j79ZjE/s1600/Blog-Banners-Additional-Inspiration.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="40" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-MBlvpJsmAdE/TxjMcPXXaII/AAAAAAAAF48/hbyx3j79ZjE/s200/Blog-Banners-Additional-Inspiration.jpg" width="200" /></a>Looking for some additional inspiration? Be sure to check out the next designer's blog. <a href="http://www.mrschez.typepad.com/">Jenny Chesnick</a> is an altered artist extraordinaire. I just know you're going to be blown away with the three dimensional projects she creates. Here's just one:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eX0ySYY7ehI/TxjMtdxDJxI/AAAAAAAAF5E/PY7e7G7eOQM/s1600/Jan+Jenny+Chesnick+Project.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-eX0ySYY7ehI/TxjMtdxDJxI/AAAAAAAAF5E/PY7e7G7eOQM/s400/Jan+Jenny+Chesnick+Project.png" width="230" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thanks for joining us today. Be sure to visit 2Peas for additional inspiration, shopping, and answers to all your crafting questions. I feel very priviledged to be a part of this amazing group!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><strong>Giveaway:</strong> Leave a comment for a chance to win a 2Peas GC. Participants must leave their e-mail address (in code if desired) and leave a comment by Sunday, January 29 at midnight to qualify for the drawing.</div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-4214155849786080633?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com108tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-23254952888665294232012-01-20T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-20T03:00:02.781-07:00Pinned: Valentine'sEver feel like you're the only one on <a href="http://pinterest.com/">Pinterest</a>? You get lost in searching and pinning and suddenly back on the main page, every single pin is YOURS! The mortification!! Now everyone will think you have unlimited free time on your hands, no real life to speak of, and you've flooded the gallery with items that clearly give away the fact that you're either 1) pinning more than creating, or 2) you're a pin hoarder.<br /><br />I feel that way any time I do a basic search. I try to limit myself to only pinning 4 or 5 pins (I mean there must be some kind of etiquette involved), but I get carried away just like anyone else.<br /><br />Lately I've been searching for "Valentine" inspiration. Class parties and the mad dash of Valentine creating is right around the corner. It's time to get cracking and get crafting!<br /><br />Pins that have caught my eye lately? These would have to be a few:<br /><br /><strong>Heart Pillow</strong> from <a href="http://vanessachristensontutorials.blogspot.com/">Vanessa Christenson</a><strong>:</strong><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VnFlIVBIcLc/TxizUA6fPEI/AAAAAAAAF2c/FV_PS4KWiHw/s1600/179088522651885522_ESjsrrj4_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="296" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VnFlIVBIcLc/TxizUA6fPEI/AAAAAAAAF2c/FV_PS4KWiHw/s400/179088522651885522_ESjsrrj4_c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><strong>Valentine Mini Tags Card</strong> from <a href="http://lilybeanpaperie.typepad.com/lilybeans_paperie/2011/11/papertrey-ink-november.html">Lily Bean Paperie</a>:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Iy5WuzHhtSE/TxizjodRenI/AAAAAAAAF2k/09HU7h7fTBY/s1600/63402307223681961_LHFrax07_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="278" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Iy5WuzHhtSE/TxizjodRenI/AAAAAAAAF2k/09HU7h7fTBY/s400/63402307223681961_LHFrax07_c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><strong>Heart Banner</strong> by Amy Heller for <a href="http://srm-stickers.blogspot.com/2011_01_01_archive.html">SRM Stickers</a>:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zrm5KPu43Aw/Txi0DFmPKYI/AAAAAAAAF2s/3rWyZIf8xZY/s1600/180073685070371538_ZBf4irw1_c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-zrm5KPu43Aw/Txi0DFmPKYI/AAAAAAAAF2s/3rWyZIf8xZY/s400/180073685070371538_ZBf4irw1_c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />See what I mean? I'm sure your itchy fingers are dying to get crafty. To help you gather the supplies you might need to make masterpieces like these, I've linked a few Valentine-inspired products below. Perhaps something will spark your interest, inspire you to get creative, and then before you know it I'll be pinning your project. Be sure to send me a link to something crafty and creative you've made lately. I'd love to see it!<br /><br /><span style="color: #cc0000; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;">Valentine Products:</span> <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links to suggested products)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59653&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Xoxo 12X12 Kissing Booth Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019708.01" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59668&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Be Mine Kraft 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020176.81" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59659&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Sweet Cakes 12X12 Essentials Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019924.16" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59669&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Hearty Barley Soup 12X12 Cardstock Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020215.39" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59657&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Sweet Cakes Cute Cuts 12X12 Die Cut Sheet"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019883.57" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59671&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Doilies 12X12 Love Me Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020255.24" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59662&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Paper Heart 12X12 Chipboard Accents"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020003.2" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59679&c=9855" target="_blank" title="DigiKit - Owl Always Love You Card"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020539.85" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59680&c=9855" target="_blank" title="DigiKit - Heart 4 U"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020613.82" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59654&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Love Struck Textured Cardstock Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019756.14" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59664&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Heartthrob 12X12 Hot Date Designer Cardstock"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020046.05" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59665&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Yours Truly Collection 12X12 Elements Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020082.28" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59655&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Love Struck Love Is In The Air Embossed Tag"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019797.98" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59674&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Je T'adore Vintage Frames"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020344.25" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59661&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Valentine Assortment Doodle Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019959.62" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59676&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Phrase I Love You Bigz Die"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020398.39" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59666&c=9855" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Toothpick Flags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020134.56" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59672&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Je T'adore Embellishment Box Tres"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020304.9" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59677&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Valentines Heart Shape Treat Bag"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327020467.96" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=59656&c=9855" target="_blank" title="Love Struck Hearts Clear Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120119/10920/75/1327019835.62" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9855" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2325495288866529423?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-69406343205011642872012-01-16T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-16T03:00:04.826-07:00Jen's Jumpstart Video: Misting Techniques "Everyday"I had to ask my fellow Garden Girls (well, they are design geniuses after all), how they use <a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/_mist_/">misting spray</a> to get those gorgeous mist splatters on their pages. They shared some of the techniques for accomplishing this so I created a video using this technique on this layout "Everyday," which focuses on my son and nephew's trip to a local farm/corn maze:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SK891RxSt30/Twyj8avCMxI/AAAAAAAAFyM/6hL-qZdRmes/s1600/Everyday-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SK891RxSt30/Twyj8avCMxI/AAAAAAAAFyM/6hL-qZdRmes/s400/Everyday-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />You can see the misting close-up on the photo below. There are several ways to accomplish the "splatter" or "glob" technique: a) open up the bottle and flick the tube onto your project, b) open up the bottle and touch the bottom of the tube on the project creating a glob, or c) open up the bottle and use a paintbrush to drop large dots of mist on your project. I used a few of these techniques on this project:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3jqkPKuKQxQ/TwykBJOJ8tI/AAAAAAAAFyU/AwyM-sG_C5w/s1600/Everyday-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-3jqkPKuKQxQ/TwykBJOJ8tI/AAAAAAAAFyU/AwyM-sG_C5w/s400/Everyday-b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />And here is this week's video:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/2CJPTQZ8jAA" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos for links to products that can be used to complete this project.)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56427&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Starry Night Background Wood Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287369.85" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56259&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Lattice Background Wood Block Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/75/1326228832.41" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56426&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Indie Bloom Hero Arts Vine Background Rubber Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287298.69" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56258&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Heart Felt Background Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/75/1326228777.27" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56257&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Designer Woodgrain Wood Mounted Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/75/1326228728.65" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56421&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Alaskan Salmon Chalkboard Mist"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287002.28" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56422&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Dark Denim Glimmer Mis"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287042.42" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56423&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Pomegranate Pink 1 Oz. Mist"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287089.32" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56424&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Meadow Green 2Oz. Glimmer Mist"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287183.17" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56256&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Overdue Mister Huey's Spray"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/75/1326228665.62" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56255&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Clay Mister Huey's Spray"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120110/10920/75/1326228623.97" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56420&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Sail Boat Blue 2 Oz. Tim Holtz Adirondack Color Wash"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326286945.68" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56437&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Holiday Style Collection Sprinklers Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288029.21" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56425&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Mini Misters 3 Piece Pack"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287226.7" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56436&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks 8X8 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287977.92" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56434&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Farmhouse 8X8 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287896.07" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56435&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Picadilly 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287937" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56440&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Dandelions Fly A Kite Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288217.46" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56439&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Church Social 12X12 Farmhouse Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288129.46" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56438&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Farmhouse Journaling Cards"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288080.87" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56428&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Love Journaling Card Lime Twist Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287447.07" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56429&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Wish Journaling Card Lime Twist Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287497.42" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56430&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Special Journal Card Stella Rose Collection"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287546.48" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56433&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Love Layered Chipboard Stickers Lost & Found Two"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287835.59" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56441&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Sunshine Brads Lost & Found Two"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288277.07" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56442&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Ordinary Brads Lost & Found Two"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326288320.87" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56432&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Ladybug Doodle Twine Spool"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287677.52" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56431&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Happy Days Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326287629.63" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55710&c=9276" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135485.93" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9276" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-6940634320501164287?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-13218039452649476512012-01-14T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-14T03:00:05.364-07:00Guest Designer: Pebbles, Inc. "Fresh Goods"It actually snowed here this weekend finally making it feel a little like winter here. Although I do enjoy the beautiful snow (especially if it stays off the sidewalks and roads), I did love the almost spring or summer weather we had through all of December. It's so nice to be able to send the kids outside to play with just a jacket and they can enjoy themselves all day. So not a fan of kids being cooped up inside all day!<br /><br />Thinking about summer I created this double-page spread about my niece at our last family reunion as part of my Guest Design Work for Pebbles, Inc. It makes me long for the warm days of summer and more time with extended family. For this layout I used the Pebbles, Inc. "<a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/_fresh_goods_/">Fresh Goods</a>" collection, which is full of rich colors and summer imagery:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d6JzK3oe2Nc/TwrtaV8bPjI/AAAAAAAAFu0/zyZy8Gb5yis/s1600/Our-Aspen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="263" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-d6JzK3oe2Nc/TwrtaV8bPjI/AAAAAAAAFu0/zyZy8Gb5yis/s400/Our-Aspen.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up of the butterflies in flight up the side of the page:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EiQI31-wNEc/TwrtenGo49I/AAAAAAAAFu8/hS-RG_8-K2s/s1600/Our-Aspen-Close-Up-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-EiQI31-wNEc/TwrtenGo49I/AAAAAAAAFu8/hS-RG_8-K2s/s400/Our-Aspen-Close-Up-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />And here is a close-up of the layered chipboard flower stickers within this collection:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L85QR_r9050/Twrtjh4QyMI/AAAAAAAAFvE/eaaAVuAuTS4/s1600/Our-Apsen-Close-Up-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-L85QR_r9050/Twrtjh4QyMI/AAAAAAAAFvE/eaaAVuAuTS4/s400/Our-Apsen-Close-Up-b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />This is a happy collection with plenty of patterns that work well all year long. I've attached links to the products within this collection below. I think the red and pink papers would work well with Valentine projects and the blues would work well with winter layouts and cards so really this collection can stretch to fit your needs as much as you need it to.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos to links to the products included in the "Fresh Goods" collection.)</span></span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55558&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Ribbon"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116448.07" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55560&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Leaf Buttons Pebbles Candy Dots Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116531.01" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55561&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Fabric Brads Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116581.05" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55562&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Post-It Note Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116619.68" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55564&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Kraft Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116658.4" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55574&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Mini Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117007.66" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55565&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Denim Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116698.3" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55566&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116738.99" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55567&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116779.51" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55568&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Nat Wood Clothes Pins Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116819.29" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55570&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Chips Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116859.83" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55575&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Embossed Masking Tape Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117048.29" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55571&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Toothpick Flags Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116903.63" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55572&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Dimensional Butterflies Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326116950.22" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55576&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Fresh Goods Dimensional Phrases & Icons Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117089.49" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55580&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Local Market 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117166.89" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55581&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Window Display Debossed Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117203.12" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55582&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Simple Joys Kraft Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117241.33" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55583&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Front Desk Debossed Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117277.69" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55584&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Signage 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117314.82" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55585&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Daily Special Debossed Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117352.51" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55586&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Rain Check Kraft Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117388.99" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55587&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Flower Basket 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117428.12" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55588&c=9145" target="_blank" title="Come Again Kraft Finish 12X12 Fresh Goods Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326117469.22" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9145" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1321803945264947651?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-33565166346363278582012-01-13T09:00:00.000-07:002012-01-13T09:00:00.692-07:00Guest Designer: Pebbles, Inc. "With Love"I was so happy to be invited to share some projects on the <a href="http://pebblesinc.blogspot.com/">Pebbles, Inc. Blog</a> today. My history with Pebbles goes way back to 1997 when my sister invited me along to a class at their store. I knew little about scrapbooking, but I was instantly hooked. My sister gently guided me through what I would need to get started in this hobby, and so now I blame her for this addiction. (Sorry, sis!)<br /><br />Pebbles is well known for their sweet, playful style; and I was thrilled to be able to work with two the "<a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pebbles/_with_love_/">With Love</a>" collection for today's blog post.<br /><br />First I wanted to show the little card I created using this collection. Making Valentines is one of my favorite crafting projects, and this line has so many beautiful product within it that there is no shortage of lovely items you can make:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-weuLW-KdxDM/Twrmu7vfv2I/AAAAAAAAFuM/ChtkBNVKIog/s1600/Valentine-Card-and-Envelope.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="290" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-weuLW-KdxDM/Twrmu7vfv2I/AAAAAAAAFuM/ChtkBNVKIog/s400/Valentine-Card-and-Envelope.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />I also created a layout from this same collection about my daughter who is one of the people I love most. I changed the photo to black and white to add some drama to the pink, red, and cream layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mv-G7no7dbU/Twrm9JVKd3I/AAAAAAAAFuU/68F_fQmoKoA/s1600/Valentine-Layout.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="297" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-mv-G7no7dbU/Twrm9JVKd3I/AAAAAAAAFuU/68F_fQmoKoA/s400/Valentine-Layout.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />I again used an envelope from this collection as a statement piece on the layout:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WUL6g5xxKMI/TwrnBstOZUI/AAAAAAAAFuc/SNJCaerLWUU/s1600/Valentine-Layout-Close-Up.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-WUL6g5xxKMI/TwrnBstOZUI/AAAAAAAAFuc/SNJCaerLWUU/s400/Valentine-Layout-Close-Up.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br />I thought it would be fun for you to see all the products available within the "With Love" collection so I've linked them below.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies:</span> (Click the links for the products found within the "With Love" product line.)</span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55535&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Carded Ribbon"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326114939.51" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55536&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Small Acyrlic Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326114981.89" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55537&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Sticky Notes"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115021.58" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55538&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Red With Love Collection Mini Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115064.05" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55539&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Dimensional Borders"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115108.33" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55540&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Dimensional Word"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115151.42" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55545&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Twist Ties"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115353.58" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55544&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Mini Dimensional Flowers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115313.9" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55543&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Mini Clothes Pins"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115273.36" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55541&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Crimson With Love Collection Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115193.31" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55542&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Kraft With Love Collection Abc Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115232.72" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55546&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love Collection Printed & Kraft Paper Dimensional Hearts"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115393.73" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55549&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Xoxo Embossed 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115508.21" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55547&c=9143" target="_blank" title="With Love You & Me 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115434.05" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55548&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Kiss Me Kraft 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115468.7" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55550&c=9143" target="_blank" title="All Mine 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115551.44" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55552&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Love Letter 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115628" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55553&c=9143" target="_blank" title="So In Love Embossed 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115664.03" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55555&c=9143" target="_blank" title="I Heart You 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115748.33" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55551&c=9143" target="_blank" title="You're Sweet Embossed 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115589.29" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55554&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Sweetheart Kraft 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115711.61" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55556&c=9143" target="_blank" title="True Love Embossed 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115791.64" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55557&c=9143" target="_blank" title="Be Mine Kraft 12X12 With Love Collection Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326115830.55" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9143" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-3356516634636327858?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-42463818378024713022012-01-12T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-12T03:00:13.092-07:00Pre CHA Tent Sale at 2Peas!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UyFoX4-Hzsw/Tw2QameobQI/AAAAAAAAFyc/ybNh-PTkhwU/s1600/pre_cha_tent_sale708x150-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="83" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UyFoX4-Hzsw/Tw2QameobQI/AAAAAAAAFyc/ybNh-PTkhwU/s400/pre_cha_tent_sale708x150-1.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />With the "Craft Hobby Association" tradeshow later this month, 2Peas is clearing out inventory during their "<a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/">Pre CHA Tent Sale</a>" in an effort to make room on their shelves for new goodies. Now is a great time to stock up on items you've been wanting but didn't want to pay full price on: many items are between <strong>25% off and 50% off!!</strong> Here are some of the items included in this sale, but check everything out <a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/">here</a> for a more complete inventory:<br /><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/copic/">Copic Markers</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/tools-category/die-cut-machines-and-accessories/">Die Cut Machines & Accessories</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/albums-category/">Albums</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/paper-category/">Paper & Paper Pads</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/embellishments-category/">Embellishments</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/stamps-category/">Stamps</a><br /><a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/pre-cha-tent-sale/misc-category/home-decor/">Home Decor</a><br /><br /><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Some of the Items on Sale:</span></div><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56467&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Tangerine 8X8 Storybook Album"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289864.39" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56470&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Portrait 12X12 Collection Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289979.77" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56474&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Pretty Little Things 3D Roll Up Flower Die Cut Sheet"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326290142.56" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56473&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Heart & Notes Label Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326290089.63" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56447&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Copic Marker 36Pc A Stamping/Paper Crafting Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289118.32" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56449&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Ciao Marker Stamping Soft Pastels 12Pc Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289177" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56475&c=9278" target="_blank" title="One & Only Love Large Acrylic Stamp Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326290225.45" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56479&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Bird Houses Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326290335.92" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56450&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Grand Big Scalloped Circles Grand Nestabilities"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289228.28" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56453&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Labels Four Sm Nestabilities"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289392.39" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56454&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Classic Scallop Heart Nestabilities Dies"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289436.31" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56457&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Heart Layers Sizzix Bigz Die"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289536.45" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56460&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Tim Holtz Hearts Magnetic Movers & Shapers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289621.67" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56451&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Vase 3D Scoreboards Xl"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289354.67" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56455&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Nested Leaves Shapeabilities"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289490.49" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56458&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Tim Holtz Butterflies Magnetic Movers & Shapers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289580.02" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56461&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Tim Holtz Mini Labels Magnetic Movers & Shapers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289664" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56463&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Circles & Dots Textured Impressions Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289747.66" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56465&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Valentine Set #4 Textured Impressions Embossing Folders"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326289786.19" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=56481&c=9278" target="_blank" title="Wood Stain W/ Silver Handle Printers Tray"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120111/10920/75/1326290415.71" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9278" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-4246381837802471302?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-86542656044785606162012-01-11T03:00:00.000-07:002012-01-11T03:00:12.663-07:00Christmas Craze<span style="color: black; font-family: inherit;">I am going to confess right here and now that I am one of "those" people. Yep. Peek out your window at night and you will see my outside holiday lights still twinkling. What's worse? BOTH of my Christmas trees are still up! "Why?" you ask in appalled dismay?</span><br /><br />Well, I didn't get to enjoy the holiday season this year. Yes. We had a very nice Christmas, and I'm so grateful. Everyone was healthy (well except for the hubby), and we were blessed with many nice things. But I didn't get to "feel" the holiday spirit like I wanted.<br /><br />One reason would be that I work in the scrapbooking/crafting industry, which means that December is CRAZY crunch time with preparations for the biggest tradeshow in our industry in late January. That means professional designers everywhere are cranking out layouts, cards, and altered projects in droves. We stay up late, get up early, and walk around with adhesive squares stuck to our shirts, pants, and socks. I feel ornery, tired, and mentally exhausted from all the creating. And although, this year I haven't had to do as much designing as in days past I still feel the stress as we prepare to release our biggest release ever. It's wonderful and exhausting all at once!<br /><br />Secondly, is for the amount of activities that fill up the December calendar. I rush from one thing to another; and although we actually eliminated several of those activities it's still too much. I struggle to say "no" and end up with way more on my plate than I really want to accept. I'm very selfish with family time, and I don't like to share. I already feel like my kids are growing up too fast. The last thing I want is to share that time with other people. Like I said--selfish.<br /><br />So I felt all down and yucky during the later part of December, and I'm just not ready to let go of the glow of my trees, or the decor. It will come down. I promise. But this year it's going to be on my timeline and when I feel ready to let go.<br /><br />Because I'm still in Christmas mode (or the craze), I have one holiday layout to share with you today. It documents my darling niece's fascination with opening gifts. Just one more reason why I'm reluctant to share family time with others: how could you resist a face that enthralled with gift wrap?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kfYNP7EjrH8/Twszf6aKzII/AAAAAAAAFvc/hrL07XmbsPs/s1600/Merriest-of-Christmases-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="258" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-kfYNP7EjrH8/Twszf6aKzII/AAAAAAAAFvc/hrL07XmbsPs/s400/Merriest-of-Christmases-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Tell me I'm not the only one who needs the holiday to stick around just a little bit longer. Perhaps it's not the decor so much as it is the feeling after all:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pOzA41A9aSw/TwsztaQY6sI/AAAAAAAAFvk/ilnv_W5vpOI/s1600/Merriest-of-Christmases-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pOzA41A9aSw/TwsztaQY6sI/AAAAAAAAFvk/ilnv_W5vpOI/s400/Merriest-of-Christmases-e.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><span style="color: #134f5c; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos for the products used in this project.)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55680&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Garland Carded Ribbon"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134335.78" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55681&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Tinsel Carded Ribbon"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134378.24" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55682&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday North Pole Remarks Sticker Book"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134416.69" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55683&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Glossy Printed Christmas Shapes"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134450.64" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55684&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Specialty Buttons Elements"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134494.09" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55685&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Glitter Rimmed Buttons Elements"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134536.55" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55686&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Green Elf Glossy Chipboard Thickers Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134575.66" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55687&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Green Reindeer Gitter Thickers Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134614.63" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55689&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Bright Felt Details Layered Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134694.01" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55688&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Hollyday Poinsettia Remarks Dimensional Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134656.13" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55701&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Layered Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135138.85" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55696&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Fabric Brads Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134947.35" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55702&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Layered Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135183.35" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55697&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Dimensional Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134988.19" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55708&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Peppermint Trims"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135401.39" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55703&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Dimensional Phrase & Icon Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135223.47" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55705&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Silver Bells Large Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135295.75" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55707&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Sleigh Ride Small Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135365.84" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55690&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Whiskers 12X12 Hollyday Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326134734.16" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55710&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135485.93" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55711&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Double Bubble Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135526.87" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55712&c=9157" target="_blank" title="Bubbles Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326135564.82" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9157" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8654265604478560616?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-30495121274805132592012-01-09T11:06:00.003-07:002012-01-09T11:06:43.036-07:00Jen's Jumpstart Video: American Crafts Knock Out ToolI am a sucker for border punches. Of course, I did own a plethora of decorative scissors back in the day (does that date me?). What I love about border punches in the ability to get a perfectly straight border strip. Seriously. I love that! Those scissors were so hard to get straight (although I do still own a few).<br /><br />I recently purchased the new American Crafts "<a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/_knock%20out_/">Knock Out</a>" tool and wanted to give it a try. I thought a helpful video might be fun so you could see how this whole concept works. In the video, I show you how to put the tool to use. Then I created the following card to help you see how nicely a border strip can dress up your project:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uuoIy_DNhyE/TwsoXhQNZ6I/AAAAAAAAFvM/BL-eeVACoNc/s1600/American-Crafts-Knocks-Outs-Punch.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="310" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-uuoIy_DNhyE/TwsoXhQNZ6I/AAAAAAAAFvM/BL-eeVACoNc/s400/American-Crafts-Knocks-Outs-Punch.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up shot of the card:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BTSYxNxLJbs/TwsowBsWrFI/AAAAAAAAFvU/keMBay8diN0/s1600/American-Crafts-Knocks-close-up.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-BTSYxNxLJbs/TwsowBsWrFI/AAAAAAAAFvU/keMBay8diN0/s400/American-Crafts-Knocks-close-up.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is the tutorial video:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/88I8S3W9mIk" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos for links to these products.)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55662&c=9154" target="_blank" title="Border Starter Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326131839.7" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55664&c=9154" target="_blank" title="Simple Scallop Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326131918.03" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=55661&c=9154" target="_blank" title="Happier 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120109/10920/75/1326131794.26" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=9154" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-3049512127480513259?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-42989710422575085072012-01-07T08:14:00.004-07:002012-01-07T08:14:38.269-07:00Goals for 2012At nearly 40 years old, I've tucked more than a few "New Years" under my belt. I've also had enough to recognize that I'm not super great at keeping goals. I may start out strong, but then I taper off sometime in the spring with the things I want to change. One last observation I have is that I typically have the same goals EVERY single year: better health, stronger finances, time with family, etc. I would feel bad about that except that I know those are things I want to change in my life. So once again with the start of 2012 I am adding those items to my list again.<br /><br />What will help me stay on track? For me it will require some constant reminders. My husband I are going to have a monthly meeting about our finances. As far as better health, I'll be implementing an exercise plan and a 30 day eating plan which our family can use and repeat for the most part throughout the year. And we will sit down and plan out our calendar year with activities for and with the kids built in. Hopefully having a firm plan will help me stay on top of things.<br /><br />I wanted to document these goals for myself to coordinate with a <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/projects/scrapbooking/challenges/">challenge</a> I have right now at Two Peas in a Bucket. While the challenge is to "journal about your goals," I wanted to show you how you can incorporate journaling onto your layout with something more interesting than just a flat paragraph. For this layout, I stitched together white envelopes onto my background cardstock. Then I filled them with photos of myself and the goals I want to accomplish this year. I cut the title with my Silhouette machine. Then I added some of that "flat paragraph" journaling to help support and explain what the layout was about:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8bqAD33Eido/TwhbPBHfZOI/AAAAAAAAFt0/1qKrv-SnQ1Q/s1600/2012-Goals-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8bqAD33Eido/TwhbPBHfZOI/AAAAAAAAFt0/1qKrv-SnQ1Q/s320/2012-Goals-a.jpg" width="316" /></a></div><br />Don't limit your journaling to one method! Try strips, bulleted lists, pockets, banners, etc. to dress it up and make it more interesting. You can still capture the theme and emotion of the layout but mix it up with more a more dynamic approach:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kmOk90A7gYQ/TwhbbjCpGQI/AAAAAAAAFt8/x5aEafpfuD0/s1600/2012-Goals-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-kmOk90A7gYQ/TwhbbjCpGQI/AAAAAAAAFt8/x5aEafpfuD0/s320/2012-Goals-b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Be sure to check out the challenge <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1788947-journaling-prompt-2012-goals/?c=t">here</a>. It lasts through next Thursday. I'd love to see what you create!<br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links. 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margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-4298971042257508507?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-58568072957091788412012-01-06T06:16:00.002-07:002012-01-06T06:16:27.884-07:00Making MoviesI've cleaned up my blog's right sidebar just a bit to include some of the latest videos you can watch where I make tutorials for 2Peas, Echo Park Paper, and for the blog here. You can watch any of the series by following the links to the video channels on YouTube. While you're there, you can subscribe to the channels that you like so that you'll be notified of when I upload a new video.<br /><br />I'm a very visual person, and I enjoy watching the process of of creating. I thought you might enjoy the latest EP TV video tutorial that I filmed using the "<a href="http://www.echoparkpaper.com/collections/yours-truly/">Yours Truly</a>" collection from Echo Park Paper. In this video I make a quick and easy Valentine Treat Bag:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mEp-aTUit9Q/TwbznkkfFrI/AAAAAAAAFts/Zsg7RodagTg/s1600/Yours-Truly-Treat-Bag-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="313" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mEp-aTUit9Q/TwbznkkfFrI/AAAAAAAAFts/Zsg7RodagTg/s400/Yours-Truly-Treat-Bag-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is the video:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/bV-fbYWQU-Y" width="420"></iframe><br /><br />I am in the process of preparing my video list for this year. If there's something specific that you would like to see, just let me know! I'd love to share ideas with you through videos.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5856807295709178841?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-13443883091186195632012-01-04T06:07:00.006-07:002012-01-04T06:07:39.436-07:00Where's Winter?Remember the "Where's Waldo" craze? The books in which you had to search for the Waldo character in a page filled with other items? That's how I feel about this year's winter. We had one or two light sprinklings of snow in December, but yesterday I was driving around town with my windows down and no jacket or coat. Don't get me wrong! I'm totally loving this warm, weird winter. But it's strange to think that by this time last year I was shovelling the walks almost daily. (That's another winter activity I could do without, however.)<br /><br />One thing I love about winters here is the way the sun shines brightly almost daily making the snow sparkle and giving us the most beautiful blue sky. I took these photos of my son a couple of years ago playing on a Sunday afternoon as we explored the freshly fallen snow in our neighborhood. <br /><br />I wanted a subtle, cool color scheme and I was completely inspired by the "<a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/_twig_2_/">Twig 2</a>" collection from Little Yellow Bicycle. I envisioned a font heavy page for my left side, which I balanced with a soft circular doily covered page on the right side. Sometimes I let the product shapes and colors speak to me and come up with an entirely new design. I think it conveys the cool and yet warm feeling of winter:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XhGKOT08hsQ/TwRN6tIMRjI/AAAAAAAAFrs/3OZ_l3V2M8k/s1600/Snow-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="262" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-XhGKOT08hsQ/TwRN6tIMRjI/AAAAAAAAFrs/3OZ_l3V2M8k/s400/Snow-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />If you had any doubts about needing a <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/silhouette/122900-silhouette-cameo/?filters=_cameo_">Silhouette machine</a>, let me convince you with this close-up shot of the first page. LOVE the ability to cut titles like these:<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pp2pqBHjtBk/TwROD2SEOvI/AAAAAAAAFr4/YbK9XD-7xyA/s1600/Snow-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-Pp2pqBHjtBk/TwROD2SEOvI/AAAAAAAAFr4/YbK9XD-7xyA/s400/Snow-b.jpg" width="315" /></a></div><br />While winter is still ellusive, you can definitely find additional photos and the supplies <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1788626-let-it-snow/?c=t">here</a> for this layout at 2Peas!<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links to the supply list for this layout. 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53788&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Twig 2 Fabric Favorites Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681588.03" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53790&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Brown Sugar Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681632.05" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53792&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Picadilly Brads & Buttons"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681669.12" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53793&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Eggshell Large 23Mm Colored Resin Button"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681705.71" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53795&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Marshmellow Large 23Mm Colored Resin Button"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681739.87" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53796&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Brown/Gold Say It In Crystals"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681776.95" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53797&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Southwest Say It In Crystals"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681812.25" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53798&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Double Bubble Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681849.83" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=53800&c=8848" target="_blank" title="Bubbles Border Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120104/10920/75/1325681891.94" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=8848" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-1344388309118619563?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-54012169611903987602012-01-02T07:02:00.001-07:002012-01-02T07:02:05.404-07:00Welcome to Memory Keeping Mondays!I am super excited to be a part of this FREE class series "<a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/projects/design-team-projects/videos/memory-keeping-monday/">Memory Keeping Mondays</a>" at Two Peas in a Bucket. Each Monday one of four Garden Girls will host a special class which includes an instructional video. This week it's my turn, and I'm focusing on using premade <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/embellishments-category/die-cuts/">die cuts</a>. In this video, I share how I marry die cuts from different manufacturers through the use of patterned paper.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xiZXHUPAi2g/TwGzwz-4zRI/AAAAAAAAFnA/yC4DpoGYdRk/s1600/Sweet-Angels-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="273" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-xiZXHUPAi2g/TwGzwz-4zRI/AAAAAAAAFnA/yC4DpoGYdRk/s320/Sweet-Angels-a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />You can find additional photos of this project <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1789008-memory-keeping-monday-sweet-angels/?c=t">here</a>.<br /><br />And here is the video showing the "start-to-finish" process of creating the layout:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/igb8Gh0dO1w" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Supplies you can use to create this or a similar layout. Click photos for links.)</span></span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52885&c=8694" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/75/1325511858.25" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52890&c=8694" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks 8X8 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/75/1325512070.28" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52901&c=8694" target="_blank" title="Margarita Printed Variety Tags Bits"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/75/1325512530.85" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52903&c=8694" target="_blank" title="Campy Trails Bits Paper Tags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/75/1325512619.88" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=52904&c=8694" target="_blank" title="Hello Sunshine Bits Decorative Tags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20120102/10920/75/1325512663.01" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; 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margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5401216961190398760?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-27937042500030389832011-12-28T03:00:00.000-07:002011-12-28T03:00:05.637-07:00Snow SportsYou might be thinking when I say "snow sports" that I'm talking about skiing, sledding, or ice skating. But in our neck of the woods all you need is the snow to melt off the road and then you can play sports like basketball. You can even learn to dribble on a particularly hard pack of snow. James displayed this skill last year when he received a new basketball. I joined him in spirit as I lack all forms of althleticism (I was a dancer in high school).<br /><br />I created this layout for 2Peas about his adventures:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--G8AEvJKtsY/TvnxCmEDEkI/AAAAAAAAFkk/XQUCkTlsRpw/s1600/Play-Hoops-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/--G8AEvJKtsY/TvnxCmEDEkI/AAAAAAAAFkk/XQUCkTlsRpw/s400/Play-Hoops-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />These dimensional stars are super hot right now and only take a five point star shape and a scoring tool. Love the simple ways you can dimension and detail to your pages:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jkkVyUPuzLc/TvnxUOZDc0I/AAAAAAAAFkw/e63glTafyTQ/s1600/Play-Hoops-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="287" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-jkkVyUPuzLc/TvnxUOZDc0I/AAAAAAAAFkw/e63glTafyTQ/s400/Play-Hoops-e.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />You can find additional photos at 2Peas <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1786266-play-hoops/?c=t">here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links.)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; 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margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2793704250003038983?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-87804057489795851342011-12-27T07:26:00.001-07:002011-12-27T07:26:55.989-07:00Merry Christmas!Please tell me I'm not the only person who feels sadness when the holiday is over. With all the build up, and the preparation, and the hoopla when the day of Christmas has ended I feel a little blue. Driving down mainstreet and looking at the store windows filled with Christmas displays, I realize that I have an entire year to wait before I can enjoy the holiday once again. Strange as I struggled so much this year to feel the Spirit of Christmas, but yet I can't quite seem to let it go either.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bI3q_4Bx5l0/TvnQaSNNLII/AAAAAAAAFjo/ihPRnp9e0Ow/s1600/Gifts+under+tree.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-bI3q_4Bx5l0/TvnQaSNNLII/AAAAAAAAFjo/ihPRnp9e0Ow/s400/Gifts+under+tree.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />Christmas Eve was quiet and easy. Kate and I did a little shopping in the morning, and the freeways were surprisingly empty as were the stores. We went to lunch as a family, and the kids and Brett played a video game for a few hours while I read a book. After a family prayer and hanging our stockings, I put the kids to bed. (Kate stayed up for a few hours reading and watching a movie.)<br /><br />The kids slept quite well, even Kate who is prone to light sleeping and a nervous stomach got a full six hours of sleep. Brett and I, on the other hand were up chatting by 4 a.m. watching the clock in excitement waiting for at least one child to burst through our door. Impatiently we finally woke them at 6:15 a.m. Bodies awake before brains they charged down the stairs to discover their loot.<br /><br />As a parent, and one who helps provide Santa with a list for each person in our family my main goal is to both surprise and please the kids. One particular gift I was excited about this year was the discover of "DINO Legos" on Black Friday. Santa was quickly charged with the task of making sure these arrived in our home for Christmas as this combines two of the items James loves most: dinosaurs and Legos. <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FOT36qQncDA/TvnSger7FVI/AAAAAAAAFj0/ef79x47f2sk/s1600/91NQHOcgz3L__AA1500_.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FOT36qQncDA/TvnSger7FVI/AAAAAAAAFj0/ef79x47f2sk/s400/91NQHOcgz3L__AA1500_.jpg" width="400" /></a></div>What made this discovery even more exciting was the fact that despite having a monthly subscription to the Lego Magazine, James had no knowledge of their existence. So it was a complete suprise to him to discover the packages Christmas morning.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SOgj_rFJjD4/TvnSw8nSrtI/AAAAAAAAFkA/w8GjoidVvHU/s1600/James+on+Christmas+morning.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-SOgj_rFJjD4/TvnSw8nSrtI/AAAAAAAAFkA/w8GjoidVvHU/s400/James+on+Christmas+morning.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br />Kate, on the other hand, has reached the age where the things on her list are not toys but more teenage related. Once again, Santa scored this year when I found a bunch of cool dorm room decor items at JoAnn's on MAJOR clearance this fall. (Yes, our Santa shops throughout the year.) Some fun chairs for her room, a clock, a full-length mirror plus clothes and jewelry topped her list this year.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3FA7yh1JFr0/TvnTMK0ebXI/AAAAAAAAFkM/lubneoYI0W4/s1600/Katelyn+on+Christmas+morning+a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3FA7yh1JFr0/TvnTMK0ebXI/AAAAAAAAFkM/lubneoYI0W4/s400/Katelyn+on+Christmas+morning+a.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br /><br />All Brett wanted was to be able to build a computer from scratch. Here's where our biggest hiccup of the year took place. As he opened one of the parts to place inside the case, he discovered that someone had opened the package, taken out the part, and replaced it with a much older part and then completely resealed the packaging to avoid any detection. We are hoping to be able to get a replacement part, but how do you prove someone else's dishonesty? I was mad and Brett was severly disappointed as the computer build has been interrupted until further notice.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CwxAKqkd1GM/TvnT9BQFqLI/AAAAAAAAFkY/yd5HRqqvzxE/s1600/Brett+Christmas+morning.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-CwxAKqkd1GM/TvnT9BQFqLI/AAAAAAAAFkY/yd5HRqqvzxE/s400/Brett+Christmas+morning.jpg" width="265" /></a></div><br /><br />Santa must love me because he thoroughly spoiled me this year with two things I most wanted: a tv that doesn't require my glasses to watch, and a mixer to start baking again. He was very naughty and tortured me all season long trying to guess what was hidden around the house. I think my Santa is a sweetie!<br /><br />This year I made the tough decision not to host anyone at our house for Christmas. Nor did we make the trek out to see family. Rather we attended our church services and then spent the day relaxing as a family. Not since living in Georgia have we been able to just enjoy one another as peacefully as we did on Christmas day. <br /><br />I am so grateful to have everyone at home, feeling relatively well (we have a few fevers running rampant through the house). We missed Joey but were able to feel at peace this year. We all wished my brother and him a Merry Christmas. And once we all hit the sack at 7:30 p.m. I felt at peace and happy with the day's events.<br /><br />I hope your holidays was just as peaceful! <br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8780405748979585134?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-30295210348816199132011-12-21T04:18:00.001-07:002011-12-21T04:18:47.327-07:002Peas December "Stretch Your Sketch" FREE Class!I have thoroughly enjoyed teaching the "<a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/classes_and_events/classes/21-stretch-your-sketch-with-jen-gallacher/">Stretch Your Sketch</a>" class at 2Peas. This month is my last installment in this class. This month I used a 12x12" sketch to create this 8 1/2 X 11" layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u8NM7lkZ8e0/TvG7jlkBaoI/AAAAAAAAFhM/cqbvYvWYRPw/s1600/Today-is-a-Gift-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="242" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-u8NM7lkZ8e0/TvG7jlkBaoI/AAAAAAAAFhM/cqbvYvWYRPw/s320/Today-is-a-Gift-a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Here is the sketch that inspired the layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_yAOR548WMo/TvG77YjjONI/AAAAAAAAFhU/uxFSR-JCqzk/s1600/Sketch-12.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_yAOR548WMo/TvG77YjjONI/AAAAAAAAFhU/uxFSR-JCqzk/s320/Sketch-12.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />And here is the video you can watch in which I make the layout:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/iwaXmapKmj8" width="420"></iframe><br /><br />Be sure to visit 2Peas <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/classes_and_events/classes/21-stretch-your-sketch-with-jen-gallacher/lesson/1784676-december-stretch-your-sketch-today-is-a-gift/">here</a> for all the class materials, including a FREE downloadable PDF with complete step-by-step instructions.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; 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float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=50214&c=8206" target="_blank" title="Everyday Fun Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111221/10920/75/1324466171.47" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=50215&c=8206" target="_blank" title="Bright Doodle Twine Assortment Pack"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111221/10920/75/1324466214.43" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39663&c=8206" target="_blank" title="Black Licorice Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111121/10920/75/1321923722.6" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37116&c=8206" target="_blank" title="Brown Sugar Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/75/1321290094.3" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=8206" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-3029521034881619913?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-67360057302313093022011-12-20T05:53:00.002-07:002011-12-20T05:53:25.121-07:00Technique Tuesday BookmarkOne thing that I love about the Ali Edwards <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/category/Studio-AE-Membership.html">stamp sets</a> is the versatility they have. I can use them on a layout, for a card, on an altered project or even on a simple project like the bookmark I've created here. I am a voracious reader. (Frankly I could open up my own library with all the books that I own.) But one quirky thing about my reading habit is that I don't have bookmarks for my books. Sometimes I'll stick a piece of paper into the page, but most of the time I recite the page number over and over in my head before I fall asleep at night so I can find the page again the next time. Sometimes that works and sometimes it doesn't.<br /><br />This time I thought I'd make myself a little bookmark to hold my place. That is infinitely easier than a chanted number to mark my place.<br /><br />I wanted something sophisticated and fairly flat with some detail so I used a teal, gray, and yellow color scheme and then layered from there. I only inked part of the open sentiment stamp to add to my bookmark. You can do this by inking the entire stamp and then wiping off a portion with a baby wipe. Or you can use stamping markers to color in only the portion of the image you want to stamp. Either way works great!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-alsnwNtoqUo/TvCEZmA3drI/AAAAAAAAFf8/ZCpYynS-4pk/s1600/Bookmark.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="267" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-alsnwNtoqUo/TvCEZmA3drI/AAAAAAAAFf8/ZCpYynS-4pk/s400/Bookmark.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />I used this stamp set to make the bookmark:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k5eWG-cIEeM/TvCE3sUdgbI/AAAAAAAAFgE/xlJ5qcbUBCQ/s1600/Dec+Studio+AE+Stamp+Set.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-k5eWG-cIEeM/TvCE3sUdgbI/AAAAAAAAFgE/xlJ5qcbUBCQ/s400/Dec+Studio+AE+Stamp+Set.JPG" width="270" /></a></div><br />Now I'd love to hear what you've been reading! I'm hoping Santa brings me a few new books, but I'm going through a dry spell with great books right now and need some suggestions. So what is on your nightstand for reading right now?<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-6736005730231309302?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-85263058682728212612011-12-17T08:48:00.001-07:002011-12-17T08:48:06.063-07:002Peas Promotions!I'm still finishing up my Christmas shopping, and perhaps you are too. I wanted to share a few holiday promotions through <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/">www.twopeasinabucket.com</a> that might interest the crafters out there.<br /><br />Want the opportunity to get your ENTIRE order for free?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0af6L5NNTMY/Tuy1n9g2ybI/AAAAAAAAFaU/G5MjzHLg3IU/s1600/2666686_564x430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-0af6L5NNTMY/Tuy1n9g2ybI/AAAAAAAAFaU/G5MjzHLg3IU/s400/2666686_564x430.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Want FREE shipping?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZxnT1mNDLSM/Tuy14ic1iUI/AAAAAAAAFac/Z2R4Tg_rznw/s1600/Free+Shipping.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZxnT1mNDLSM/Tuy14ic1iUI/AAAAAAAAFac/Z2R4Tg_rznw/s400/Free+Shipping.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Want to win a cool prize?<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNLkWuvfX_s/Tuy1_gvFtyI/AAAAAAAAFak/j23Fiq6ZkkA/s1600/2666839_564x430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="303" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hNLkWuvfX_s/Tuy1_gvFtyI/AAAAAAAAFak/j23Fiq6ZkkA/s400/2666839_564x430.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><strong><span style="font-size: large;">Deal of the Day</span>:</strong> Today all Copic Markers are 25% off!! You can find them <a href="http://%3c!--%20inlinkz%20code%20start%20--%3e/">here</a>.<br /><br />These are just a few of the fantastic promotions going on right now through 2Peas. Looking for something for Santa to stick in your stocking? Here are few ideas:<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Stocking Stuffers & Other Gift Ideas:</span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49107&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Vagabond Sizzix Machine by Tim Holtz"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136460.9" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49103&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Fabric Ink Starter Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136263.59" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49101&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Heat Transfer Starter Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136223.14" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a ac="" blade="" href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49105&c=7996" rotary="" target="_blank" title="12X12" trimmer?=""> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136327.19" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49108&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Copic Marker 72Pc A Stamping/Paper Crafting Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136537.32" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49099&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Tree, Christmas Layered By Basicgrey Bigz Die"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136158.6" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49111&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Craft Spinner"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136748.96" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49106&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Snowman & Stocking By Basicgrey Bigz Die"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136388.98" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49109&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Classic Heart Nestabilities Dies"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136635.95" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=49110&c=7996" target="_blank" title="Classic Scallop Heart Nestabilities Dies"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111217/10920/75/1324136680.22" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=7996" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8526305868272821261?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-87172296961008242472011-12-15T07:03:00.001-07:002011-12-15T07:03:19.675-07:00Things I LoveThis week I celebrated by 39th birthday. Hard to believe that this is the official start of my last year in my 30's, but I'm quite ok with it. I have had so many great things in my life. Many difficult things as well, but I'm learning to be happy most of the time. And I think that's a good thing. My daughter stayed up until 1 a.m. to clean the house and decorate the kitchen for me. I didn't even hear her doing the dishes, but it was the sweetest thing to awaken to.<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U4Ery2DKOkM/Tun806TkquI/AAAAAAAAFVU/cyYHcL1FIoU/s1600/DSC_0144.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-U4Ery2DKOkM/Tun806TkquI/AAAAAAAAFVU/cyYHcL1FIoU/s320/DSC_0144.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br />I've also been busy with some work projects. Working on some cool things for 2Peas and Echo Park. I also had the opportunity to play with some Technique Tuesday stamps this month, and I wanted to create a few little projects just for me.<br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a6aubD-EvUM/Tun9cexbB3I/AAAAAAAAFVc/lRsMq5MyQtg/s1600/Love-Life-Frame-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-a6aubD-EvUM/Tun9cexbB3I/AAAAAAAAFVc/lRsMq5MyQtg/s320/Love-Life-Frame-a.jpg" width="252" /></a></div><br />This little frame display uses this stamp set, which I just LOVE:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JfQgIYdb5xM/Tun9w8h20LI/AAAAAAAAFVk/eePH-HT6050/s1600/Technique-Tuesday-AE-Love-Always-Wins-Clear-Stamps-Medium.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-JfQgIYdb5xM/Tun9w8h20LI/AAAAAAAAFVk/eePH-HT6050/s320/Technique-Tuesday-AE-Love-Always-Wins-Clear-Stamps-Medium.gif" width="209" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up of the project:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VTfZmcCv910/Tun91OMdgvI/AAAAAAAAFVs/--qS-5QkSdI/s1600/Love-Life-Frame-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-VTfZmcCv910/Tun91OMdgvI/AAAAAAAAFVs/--qS-5QkSdI/s320/Love-Life-Frame-b.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><br />Watch for an additional Technique Tuesday project on December 20th. I have really enjoyed playing along with the Design Team this month. I really love their Ali Edwards stamp sets and use them frequently on my projects.<div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8717229696100824247?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-78988236978342811632011-12-12T09:25:00.001-07:002011-12-12T09:25:17.142-07:00The Ordinary LifeThis month for 2Peas I wanted to focus on an everyday, journaling heavy layout about my sweet niece Zadie so I created this two-page design which features small circular elements on the left side of the layout, and journaling and an additional photo on the right side of the layout:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-R1UTWVgV6qg/TuYoQu-p4EI/AAAAAAAAFSc/7l1ZWirh4yQ/s1600/The-Ordinary-Life-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-R1UTWVgV6qg/TuYoQu-p4EI/AAAAAAAAFSc/7l1ZWirh4yQ/s400/The-Ordinary-Life-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />I punched the circles from the "Simple Stories" patterned paper and then printed directly on another sheet from the collection kit. (I cut it down and ran it through my personal printer and then punched the left side with a notebook border punch and then cut it down just a bit to fit on cardstock.)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RJMJE5UTPZM/TuYonIaYwII/AAAAAAAAFSk/-PMu-MDk2pA/s1600/The-Ordinary-Life-d.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-RJMJE5UTPZM/TuYonIaYwII/AAAAAAAAFSk/-PMu-MDk2pA/s400/The-Ordinary-Life-d.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LQ-e4bEmsos/TuYoq_xpeYI/AAAAAAAAFSs/DGWPruPRpzU/s1600/The-Ordinary-Life-e.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-LQ-e4bEmsos/TuYoq_xpeYI/AAAAAAAAFSs/DGWPruPRpzU/s400/The-Ordinary-Life-e.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />You can find additional photos and the supplies to complete this project <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1782285-product-focus-the-ordinary-life/?c=t">here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links to the supplies used on this layout.)</span></span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44640&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099728.57" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39831&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Rich Rustics Cat's Eye Classic Pigment Ink Queue"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111122/10920/75/1321969267.84" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39670&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Thick Media Replacement Cutting Mat for Silhouette SD"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111121/10920/75/1321924002.93" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37116&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Brown Sugar Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/75/1321290094.3" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47543&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-O-Graphy 6X12 Page Elements 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706735.85" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47544&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-O-Graphy 6X12 Page Elements 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706771.44" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47550&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Orange/Grid 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Patterned Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706964.57" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47548&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-O-Graphy Journaling Card Elements #1 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706899.25" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47547&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Capture This Moment 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Patterned Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706868.12" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47545&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-O-Graphy 4X4 Quote & 6X8 Photo Mat Elements 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706802.55" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47546&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-O-Graphy Journaling Card Elements #2 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706836.41" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47549&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Year-In-Review 12X12 Year-O-Graphy Patterned Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323706931.61" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47551&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Nightfall Plastic Buttons Variety Elements"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323707003.79" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=47553&c=7696" target="_blank" title="Circles Foam Tabs"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111212/10920/75/1323707080.17" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=7696" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-7898823697834281163?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-59678192642603047072011-12-10T06:00:00.000-07:002011-12-10T06:00:06.447-07:00December Studio AE from Technique Tuesday Blog HopWelcome to the December <span></span>Studio AE Blog Hop! I'm thrilled to be joining the rest of the fabulous designers in a blog hop dedicated to the new <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/Studio-AE-Membership/SAEIO.html">December Ali Edwards stamp set</a>:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ocqdxLUpxQc/TuH8S1kyEnI/AAAAAAAAFOs/MQzgU_UpTMI/s1600/Dec+Studio+AE+Stamp+Set.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="400" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-ocqdxLUpxQc/TuH8S1kyEnI/AAAAAAAAFOs/MQzgU_UpTMI/s400/Dec+Studio+AE+Stamp+Set.JPG" width="270" /></a></div><br />I love the idea of journaling on my layouts with beautiful sentiment stamps, so for today's hop I created a layout using the stamps:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vFBDII6bgNE/TuH8cN8zv0I/AAAAAAAAFO0/mbtniOAx8Ws/s1600/Wonderful-You-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="291" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-vFBDII6bgNE/TuH8cN8zv0I/AAAAAAAAFO0/mbtniOAx8Ws/s400/Wonderful-You-a.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br />Here is a close up photo of the stamped tags:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l24MjiYe6_A/TuH8qMlhp7I/AAAAAAAAFO8/LZo7kBGcl3E/s1600/Wonderful-You-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="253" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l24MjiYe6_A/TuH8qMlhp7I/AAAAAAAAFO8/LZo7kBGcl3E/s400/Wonderful-You-b.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br />And here is a close-up photo of the title:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZInsoU1mmGo/TuH8w-UuCaI/AAAAAAAAFPE/3-RnbO9lVrw/s1600/Wonderful-You-c.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="265" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ZInsoU1mmGo/TuH8w-UuCaI/AAAAAAAAFPE/3-RnbO9lVrw/s400/Wonderful-You-c.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Be sure to check the blogs of all taking part in the Blog Hop today:</span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://aliedwards.com/">Ali</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://jengallacher.blogspot.com/">Jen Gallacher</a> (our Studio AE Guest for <span> </span>December) - <strong>that's me </strong></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://danieladobson.blogspot.com/">Daniela</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://itsallrosie.blogspot.com/">Laura</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.nicholmagouirk.typepad.com/">Nichol</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://www.sharyntormanen.typepad.com/">Sharyn</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://terisplace.wordpress.com/">Teri</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://jaimewarren.typepad.com/forward_focus/">Jaime</a></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">As a thank you for all the comments received during the hop on all eight blogs, as well as those left on the Technique Tuesday blog, we will give away two stamp sets.</span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"></span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">One person will win our <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/Winter-2011/LInTh.html">Live in the Moment</a> by Ali Edwards stamp set. </span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">One other person will win our <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/Winter-2011/Smooc.html">Smooch</a> by Ali Edwards stamp set.</span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">You don’t need to leave a comment on all the blogs to be eligible to win. But the more comments you leave, the more chances you have to win.</span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">All comments must be made by midnight <span> </span>PST on Dec. 13<sup>th</sup>. </span></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><br /></div><div class="ecxMsoNormal" style="line-height: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">Tune into the Technique Tuesday blog (</span><a href="http://techniquetuesday.typepad.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #0068cf;">http://techniquetuesday.typepad.com/</span></span></a><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 12pt;">) on Dec. 14<sup>th</sup> to see if you are one of the lucky winners.</span></div><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5967819264260304707?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com105tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-83839175104100018102011-12-05T08:25:00.001-07:002011-12-05T08:43:23.287-07:00A Colorful Christmas: A 2Peas EventI am super excited to be joining the Garden Girls for a special Two Peas In A Bucket event called "<strong>A Colorful Christmas</strong>." This event focuses on holiday projects based on an inspiration board of color and products. I definitely work this way when I'm creating so I was thrilled to play along.<br /><br />First off be sure to check out the event appearing in the events section <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/classes_and_events/events/">here</a> (keep watching for additional details)! <br /><br />Then here is the inspiration board I used as my jumping off point:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cxeu5JCW3C0/TtzirwtnWgI/AAAAAAAAFJE/e2PzXWHEHoE/s1600/2655158_600x600.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-cxeu5JCW3C0/TtzirwtnWgI/AAAAAAAAFJE/e2PzXWHEHoE/s320/2655158_600x600.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />I used the above inspiration board to create the following project (you can find additional photos of this project <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/gallery/member/48067-jengallacher/1783213-a-colorful-christmas-tealyellow-gray-gift-wrap/?c=t">here</a> in my gallery):<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nNgJnw3oRGY/TtzizfPc-VI/AAAAAAAAFJM/p5Rv0FvqT5E/s1600/Video-Cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="207" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-nNgJnw3oRGY/TtzizfPc-VI/AAAAAAAAFJM/p5Rv0FvqT5E/s320/Video-Cover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Here is the video I created on making this project:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/iWfyZQLfFJQ" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">S</span><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">upplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links. Note: some products may be "out of stock." Select "notify me" if you wish to be notified when the product is back in stock.)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44623&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Golden Flourish/Harvest Rings 12X12 Hello Fall Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099247.03" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44635&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Silver Bells Small Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099598.19" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44637&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Silver Bells Large Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099633.52" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44622&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Shabby Shutters 12X12 Tim Holtz Distress Core'dinations Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099211.45" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44620&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Pumice Stone 12X12 Tim Holtz Distress Core'dinations Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099176.27" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44619&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Pine Needles 12X12 Tim Holtz Distress Core'dinations Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099138.68" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44624&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Tinsel Card Pack"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099283.91" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44626&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Ritz Gemini Flowers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099317.76" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44633&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Teal 6X6 Label Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099560.17" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44638&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Family is September Studio AE Clear Stamp Limited Edition"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099672.51" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44630&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Music Background Cling Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099477.81" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44629&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Collage Music Background Cling Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099435.1" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44627&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Music Reflection Wood Block Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099352.67" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44628&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Written Song Wood Block Stamp"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099390.45" /> </a> </div></div></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44632&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Misty Meadow Stackable Colorbox Queue Chalk Ink"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099522.69" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 79px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=44640&c=7155" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111205/10920/75/1323099728.57" /> </a> </div></div></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=7155" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8383917510410001810?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-56370198654173449962011-11-30T20:33:00.001-07:002011-12-01T04:46:02.412-07:00Technique Tuesday: Studio AETo say that I love Ali Edwards' stamp sets from <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/merchant2/">Technique Tuesday</a> would be a big understatement. I love her stamp sets! Considering I am one of those designers who cringes when she sees her own handwriting on a page, and I might label a page a "failure" if I actually have to include my handwriting on the page, obviously I'm happy to use script that is both legible and beautiful. And Ali's got some serious handwriting skills!<br /><br />So I was thrilled when Technique Tuesday asked me to use this month's <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/category/Studio-AE-Membership.html">Studio AE</a> stamp set to create a few projects through this month. Today I decided to create a card using the script stamps on this set. Just a simple little phrase makes this fun card even more personal:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OrbuZ4kMgAk/Ttb2QMzJzAI/AAAAAAAAFFU/9b1JmtPoej4/s1600/Go-with-the-Flow-Card.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="255" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OrbuZ4kMgAk/Ttb2QMzJzAI/AAAAAAAAFFU/9b1JmtPoej4/s320/Go-with-the-Flow-Card.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />This stamp set is available <a href="http://www.techniquetuesday.com/category/Studio-AE-Membership.html">here</a> through the Technique Tuesday website or will soon be available through your favorite online retailer. I typically shop at 2Peas for my stamping needs and you can watch for this set in the the shopping section <a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/received-in-last-48-hours/last-120-days/">here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos for links to the products used in this project!)</span></span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43064&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks 8X8 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739427.23" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43058&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Jump Rope 12X12 Sidewalks Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739256.25" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43059&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Capture The Flag 12X12 Sidewalks Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739300.05" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43060&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Marbles 12X12 Sidewalks Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739346.95" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43066&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks Buttons"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739498.39" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43062&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Duck Duck Goose 12X12 Sidewalks Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739387.01" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37116&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Brown Sugar Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/75/1321290094.3" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43065&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Sidewalks Flower Sack"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739462.85" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43072&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Cough Syrup Jenni Bowlin Dye Stamp Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739716.78" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43070&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Neighborhood Collection Trims"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739663.02" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=43069&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Emma's Shoppe Trims"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111201/10920/75/1322739604.61" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37126&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Family is September Studio AE Clear Stamp Limited Edition"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/75/1321290430.19" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39833&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Love Always Wins By Ali Edwards Clear Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111122/10920/75/1321969317.06" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=35004&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Celebrate The Seasons Clear Stamp Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111109/10920/75/1320861816.13" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=29223&c=6886" target="_blank" title="Kids Are Cool By Ali Edwards Clear Stamps"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111024/10920/75/1319469556.79" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=6886" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-5637019865417344996?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-25180730407796722602011-11-29T03:00:00.000-07:002011-11-29T03:00:02.496-07:002Peas Holiday Card Making EventI was happy to participate in the 2Peas "<a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/userblog.asp?user_id=482917&hy=2011&hm=11">Holiday Card Making</a>" FREE Event this month. Several designers (including some of the Garden Girls) both created cards and answered questions about how they approach holiday card making. For my sample I created the following card using a premade card from Doodlebug Designs:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pW1B2giYQi4/TtODzTw5XZI/AAAAAAAAFCU/IZo1AC76WQI/s1600/The-Most-Wonderful-Time-Card-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="233" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pW1B2giYQi4/TtODzTw5XZI/AAAAAAAAFCU/IZo1AC76WQI/s320/The-Most-Wonderful-Time-Card-a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Here is a close-up view of the card so you can see how I layered the tags and embellished the card:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8dgOgiV_CUE/TtOD4ZPXAHI/AAAAAAAAFCc/n1Y3CyQmj_g/s1600/The-Most-Wonderful-Time-Card-b.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-8dgOgiV_CUE/TtOD4ZPXAHI/AAAAAAAAFCc/n1Y3CyQmj_g/s320/The-Most-Wonderful-Time-Card-b.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />You can read my responses to the questions on the 2Peas blog post <a href="http://www.twopeasinabucket.com/userblogpost.asp?id=57340">here</a>.<br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click photos for links to the projects used in the project.)</span></span><br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41614&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Ladybug A2 Stripe Envelope"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484865.18" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41615&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Ladybug A2 Stripe Card"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484897.78" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41616&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Welcome Christmas Twist Ties Embellishments"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484931.13" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41620&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Holly Jolly Christmas 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485075.26" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41623&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Season's Greetings 12X12 Element Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485116.03" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41619&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Season's Greetings Assorted Brads"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485010.44" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41629&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Summer's End Buttons"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485374.32" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41618&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Season's Greetings 6X6 Paper Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484973.22" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41624&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Vintage Santa 12X12 Season's Greetings Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485158.84" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41625&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Dear Lizzy Christmas Decorative Tags"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485195.94" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41626&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Pastels Say It In Crystals"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485250.92" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41627&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Everyday Fun Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485286.85" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41630&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Silk Heirlooms Buttons"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485410.53" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41628&c=6709" target="_blank" title="Trendsetter Collection Chipboard Buttons & Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322485337.11" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=6709" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-2518073040779672260?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-86369104236745359962011-11-28T05:23:00.001-07:002011-11-28T05:48:30.320-07:00Cyber Monday SavingsMy husband is a night owl, and I'm an early bird. This morning at 3 a.m. when I was getting up (and he was heading to bed) he notified me that he had already scored on a Cyber Monday purchase for me. I do believe this is the first present of the season for me. And while presents for me shouldn't be the focus of the holidays, I am more than mildly curious about what he may have purchased. I wonder if the package will give it away at all when it arrives. I don't like knowing what I'm getting, but still I wonder what it is!!<br /><br />While my husband was most likely doing his shopping at some manly electronic store, today 2Peas is offering an additional savings in addition to the Black Friday sale they offered this weekend. I wanted to pass along the savings to you (and to the husbands and significant others out there) who need some ideas for the holidays. Check out the savings <a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/on-sale/">here</a>!<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_xZsuJF3eUE/TtN9s2taoDI/AAAAAAAAFCM/ZuLLe7NpsY4/s1600/2656762_564x430.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="243" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-_xZsuJF3eUE/TtN9s2taoDI/AAAAAAAAFCM/ZuLLe7NpsY4/s320/2656762_564x430.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />Here are some of the things that caught my eye in the store:<br /><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41595&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Twig 2 Medley Album Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483667.88" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41596&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Simple Orange Smash Folio"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483716.44" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41597&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Subway Burlap Panel"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483789.59" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41601&c=6707" target="_blank" title="2012 Calendar Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483991.37" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41608&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Flower Sets Art Parts"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484272.21" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41605&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Medium White Pom Poms Decorations Kit"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484152.46" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41603&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Mini Library Drawer"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484099.98" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41607&c=6707" target="_blank" title="12 Card Atc Receipt Holder"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484202.1" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41600&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Black Solo Shadowbox Tray"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483951.2" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41602&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Atc Shadow Box"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484057.59" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41598&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Tiny Attacher"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483843" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41599&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Craft Spinner"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483897.44" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41594&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Beaded Arcs Edge Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483584.61" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41593&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Large Rolled Rose Die-Namics"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322483497.97" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41610&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Borgia Gemini Flowers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484415.84" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=41609&c=6707" target="_blank" title="Donna Downey Sculpture Flowers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111128/10920/75/1322484358.26" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=6707" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-8636910423674535996?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-73044901533565844222011-11-26T11:13:00.001-07:002011-11-26T11:27:18.835-07:00'Tis the Season Video: Holiday PlacecardsI've had a fairly lovely weekend spent with dinner at my sisters (man, that girl can cook), Black Friday shopping, a visit with my mom and youngest sister, and a beautiful sunny day today. I'm very grateful to have this time with everyone. The break gave me an opportunity to film a 'Tis the Season holiday project, and I wanted to create little placecards for a holiday table.<br /><br />Here is the project I created today:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fxUn3DY02vE/TtEskVyqP2I/AAAAAAAAE-0/0sOyTZzeuSQ/s1600/Doodlebug-Placecards.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-fxUn3DY02vE/TtEskVyqP2I/AAAAAAAAE-0/0sOyTZzeuSQ/s320/Doodlebug-Placecards.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />And here is a close-up of the project:<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7pEniCX4CVE/TtEso4PekaI/AAAAAAAAE-8/BCo7cKyEpDY/s1600/Doodlebug-Placecards-a.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-7pEniCX4CVE/TtEso4PekaI/AAAAAAAAE-8/BCo7cKyEpDY/s320/Doodlebug-Placecards-a.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />You can watch the video tutorial here:<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/G7coFmQPyoI" width="420"></iframe><br /><br /><span style="color: #45818e; font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: large;">Supplies: <span style="font-size: small;">(Click the photos for links)</span></span><br /><div><table border="0" cellpadding="2" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39669&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Silhouette Cameo"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111121/10920/75/1321923959.36" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39670&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Thick Media Replacement Cutting Mat for Silhouette SD"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111121/10920/75/1321924002.93" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39830&c=6608" target="_blank" title="1 Inch Circle Medium Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111122/10920/75/1321969223.06" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40679&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Scallop Circle 3 Inch Paper Shapers Nesting Punch"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331893.15" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=39832&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Rich Rustics Cat's Eye Classic Pigment Ink Queue"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111122/10920/75/1321969267.84" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=37127&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Black Giant Pigment Ink Pad"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111114/10920/75/1321290473.24" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40673&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Happy Days Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331567.39" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40674&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Green Apple Divine Twine"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331633.72" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40675&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Alphabet With Label Clear Acrylic Stamp Set"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331679.57" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40676&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Holly Berry Large Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331759.83" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40677&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Snowy Pine Small Dot 12X12 Dots & Stripes Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331798.53" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40678&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Up On The Housetop 12X12 Holly Jolly Christmas Paper"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331842.61" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr><tr><td><div style="display: table-cell; float: left; height: 84px; text-align: center;"><div style="display: table-cell; height: 89px; vertical-align: middle; width: 82px;"><a href="http://lm.inlinkz.com/go.php?i=40680&c=6608" target="_blank" title="Santaââ�¬â�¢s Workshop 6X12 Sugar Coated Cardstock Stickers"> <img src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/thumbs/20111126/10920/75/1322331989.38" /> </a> </div></div><br /></td></tr></tbody></table></div><div><a href="http://www.inlinkz.com/" style="color: #bbbbbb; font-size-adjust: none; font-stretch: normal; font: 10px/normal arial; text-decoration: none;">InLinkz.com</a></div><img height="0" src="http://lm.inlinkz.com/cimp.php?c=6608" style="border: currentColor !important; margin: 0px !important; padding: 0px !important;" width="0" /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-7304490153356584422?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-75665962704884201672011-11-25T03:00:00.000-07:002011-11-25T03:00:04.338-07:00Black Friday DealsAs I am (hopefully) out getting a few deals for the kiddos this morning (yes, I decided to brave a few of the stores today), I wanted to share some deals that also might interest you.<br /><br />One is the <a href="http://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=cl&mi=10513&pw=28665&url=http%3A//www.twopeasinabucket.com/shop/on-sale/">Black Friday Sale</a> through 2Peas with everything marked down 20%. (Note the sale does not apply to products being phased out.)<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-02sCBx8WUro/Ts49YodYjxI/AAAAAAAAE8M/tq6FxfeVeBw/s1600/Thanksgiving+Sale.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="182" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-02sCBx8WUro/Ts49YodYjxI/AAAAAAAAE8M/tq6FxfeVeBw/s320/Thanksgiving+Sale.png" width="320" /></a></div><br />Also, you might have been wondering what I've been up to these days. One of the projects on which I've been working is a line of new electronic (pdf) idea books for Echo Park Paper which feature their collections. I thought you might want to check it out. Right now it's being offered at the introductory price of just $1.99. You can check out the details <a href="http://www.echoparkpaper.com/ebooks/">here</a> (and find some sneak peeks of what is in the book):<br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WdNV7Y88H3k/Ts4-FdJwj8I/AAAAAAAAE8U/OTW2gziG1rI/s1600/EP_Happy_Holdays_Cover.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="247" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-WdNV7Y88H3k/Ts4-FdJwj8I/AAAAAAAAE8U/OTW2gziG1rI/s320/EP_Happy_Holdays_Cover.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />That's just a small glimpse of the things I've been involved in since stepping down from my editorial positions at Northridge, but I was really excited about this project and wanted to share.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div class="blogger-post-footer"><img width='1' height='1' src='https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/30876563-7566596270488420167?l=jengallacher.blogspot.com' alt='' /></div>Jen Gallacherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05452006234817305845noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30876563.post-19652192136892484662011-11-24T05:37:00.001-07:002011-11-24T05:46:13.704-07:00I AM A Child of GodYesterday I had the sweet priviledge of hosting Relief Society (our church's women's group) for the Retirement Home in town. I arrived about 15 minutes early feeling nervous and anxious about how best to do my duty for these sweet sisters (and one gentleman). Most of the women were driven in on their beds and slept the entire time. Many seemed incoherent but anxious to be a part of whatever was going on in the rec room. One sister asked me over and over again if we were going to "sing songs" to which I replied that we were "in just a minute." <br /><br />While I sat there waiting I thought about how thin the veil can be (the curtain that divides our memories between the life before and the life now) as our children come into the world. The day my children were born it seemed as if heaven was quite near. It is much the same as we draw near to the close of our life. That same curtain seems to thin, and we start to glimpse that the Lord is patiently waiting for his sweet older children to return to him again.<br /><br />As I sat th