Thursday, July 29, 2010

Welcome Baby Connor

My dear friends Lisa & Roger welcomed their first child Connor on July 19th! My husband and I can't wait to meet him when we visit LA next week! Welcome to the world Baby Connor! Instead of using blue, I wanted to try something different. The color combo turned out perfect! 

Meesh's Recipe
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Paper Source Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Prima Flowers
  • Cuttlebug Polka Dots Embossing Folder
  • Cuttlebug Embossing Plus Monogram Seals
  • Cotton Candy & Yellow Stickles
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • The Ribbon Boutique
  • Cricut Lite "Sugar and Spice" Cartridge

Tuesday, July 27, 2010

Dating Anniversaries Count!

I always get giddy on July 27th! Happy "9" Year Anniversary, Neil! Although dating anniversaries don't count according to my husband, they count to me! The thought of starting over & breaking tradition drives me crazy! Being married for 7 months has been amazing but having Neil in my life for 9 years, makes me the luckiest wife!
Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Paper Source Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Cuttlebug Seeing Spots Embossing Folder
  • My Pink Stamper "Family & Friends" Stamps
  • Stampin' Up Craft Ink
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut "Create a Critter" Cartridge

Monday, July 26, 2010

From San Francisco with Love too

In my last post, I shared the first draft of a "San Francisco" themed Thank You card for an order. The layout remained the same but I changed the colors & background. This tall order has been filled! Till next time, San Francisco!  
Meesh's Recipe
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Paper Source Text Paper
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Prima Flowers
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut "Destinations" Cartridge

Thursday, July 22, 2010

My Creative Time "Throwback Thursday" Challenge #8

My Creative Time posted a Birthday "Throwback Thursday" challenge today! I don't have "Celebrations" so I decided to use "Potpourri Basket," a great oldie! I used the shadow feature on the balloons and decided to play with textures. My husband helped me with the layout! I love damask, leopard, & polka dots together! Enjoy!

Meesh's Recipe
  • Paper Studio Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Best Occasions Card Stock
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Edge Punch
  • Cuttlebug Swiss Dots Embossing Folder
  • Diamond Stickles
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut "Potpourri Basket" Cartridge

You're a Hoot

My dear friend Jamie is celebrating her special day this Saturday! She loves owls but this project took longer than I expected! I had one layout drafted, once it was put together, it didn't look quite right. After embossing and then no embossing, it turned out perfect! I incorporated her favorite colors and added a touch of pink! Happy Birthday Jamie! 

Meesh's Recipe
  • Paper Source Card Stock
  • Colorbok Card Stock
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Prima Flowers
  • Diamond & Fruit Punch Stickles
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut "Give a Hoot" Cartridge

Tuesday, July 20, 2010

Hug a Tree

I finally received my Scor-Pal in the mail over the weekend! I have been dying to make a Tri Fold Shutter card! Following a video tutorial, I successfully made one! It was a long process but it was definitely fun to play with patterns & embellishments! I can't wait to make a Birthday one this week!


Meesh's Recipe
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Best Occasions Card Stock
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Cuttlebug Embossing Plus Monogram Seals
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Prima Flowers
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Martha Stewart Edge Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • K & Company Chipboard Adhesive Stickers
  • Anna Griffin Stickers
  • Cricut "Give a Hoot" Cartridge

Thursday, July 15, 2010

My Creative Time "Throwback Thursday" Challenge #7

My Creative Time posted a Holiday "Throwback Thursday" challenge today! I don't have "Wild Card" so I decided to use "Stretch Your Imagination," a good oldie! Christmas is my favorite holiday, I even had a dreamy Winter Wonderland wedding last December! Meet the Gingy twins! 

Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Edge Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Christmas Red Stickles
  • Cricut "Stretch Your Imagination" Cartridge

Sneak Peek: Cricut Cartridges coming this August

Of all the Cricut cartridges coming out this year, I find myself drooling over these new ones!  "Wall Decor & Mini Monsters" are just a few favorites that were released recently! Here is a sneak peek of 5 cartridges coming our way August 1st! I need two locks on my wallet now!
Country Life
Happy Hauntings
Rock Princess
Simply Charmed
Winter Frolic
Images: Provo Craft

Wednesday, July 14, 2010

I Spy Acorn!

Are you ready for another Cricut Lite cartridge? "Live Simply" is absolutely one of my top favorite lites! From rabbits to fawns, these images are quite sweet & precious! How cute did the chipmunk and raccoon turn out? Meet Chippy and Coony! 
Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Colorbok Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut Lite "Live Simply" Cartridge

Tuesday, July 13, 2010

Purrfect Glam

Introducing another favorite Cricut Lite cartridge, "Meow!" Calling all cat lovers! Who doesn't love a cat getting tangled in yarn or playing the guitar? The images on this cartridge are purrfect!  I decided to make this project for my Mother. If she could, she would dress our tabby, Bijou in leopard or zebra prints!
Meesh's Recipe
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Making Memories Card Stock
  • Paper Studio Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Edge Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Martha Stewart Rhinestone Stickers
  • K & Company Chipboard Adhesive Sticker
  • Cricut Lite "Meow" Cartridge

Monday, July 12, 2010

Would you like fries with that?

This week, I will be showcasing projects using my favorite Cricut Lite cartridges! These are exclusive to Walmart and I have travelled quite far to find some! As far as Boise, lol!  Introducing, "Block Party!" This cartridge has some yummy images! After making this project, how could I not want fries?!


Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Colorbok Card Stock
  • Best Occasions Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Edge Punch
  • The Ribbon Boutique
  • Cricut Lite "Block Party" Cartridge
Stay tuned for some fun "lite" projects this week! 

Sunday, July 11, 2010

My Creative Time "Throwback Thursday" Challenge #6

My Creative Time posted an Animal "Throwback Thursday" challenge! I wanted to create a fun Gift Card envelope! "Animal Kingdom" has the cutest animals especially the lamb! Meet Flubster, she loves fun flirty pink things!

Meesh's Recipe
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Prima Flowers
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Jolee's Dimensional Bow Sticker
  • Stampin' Up Craft Ink
  • Peachy Keen "Critter Faces - Set A" Stamps
  • Sakura White Gelly Roll Pen
  • Cricut "Animal Kingdom & Just Because" Cartridge

Friday, July 9, 2010

From San Francisco with Love

I have an order for "San Francisco" themed Thank You cards. I played with a few different layouts and here is the first sample. The beautiful Golden Gate Bridge!
The yellow background has a weave texture that does not show up on the picture. I struggled with colors this time, especially the accent ones. Any thoughts or suggestions? Stay tuned for my next sample!

Meesh's Recipe
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Anna Griffin Card Stock
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • The Ribbon Boutique
  • Cricut "Destinations" Cartridge

Tuesday, July 6, 2010

Mason

My MIL asked me to design a Birthday card for her friend, Sandra! She wanted to include a photo. Sandra absolutely adores her boxer, Mason! He survived cancer and still enjoys walks on the beach with his favorite ball in tow! Bebe, my MIL's rottweiler loves to play with him, they're best friends! Happy Birthday Sandra!
Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Colorbok Card Stock
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Cricut "Create a Critter" Cartridge
The picture is brighter in person! 

Friday, July 2, 2010

My Creative Time "Throwback Thursday" Challenge #5

My Creative Time posted a Baby "Throwback Thursday" challenge! I wanted to create a fun baby boy layout for two wallet size pictures. I love plaid & polka dots together, especially when it comes to babies! Looking forward to next Thursday, Emma! 


Meesh's Recipe
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Recollections Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Making Memories Brads
  • Doodlebug Design Inc. Stickers
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Cricut "New Arrival" Cartridge

Thursday, July 1, 2010

Welcome Baby Grant

Happy July!  My dear friends Julie & Eric welcomed their first child Grant on June 24th! My husband and I can't wait to meet him when we visit his parents in August!  Welcome to the world Baby Grant! Of all the images on "B is for Boy," my husband picked this cute little rocking horse! 

Meesh's Recipe
  • Mind's Eye Card Stock
  • Best Occasions Card Stock
  • Die Cuts with a View Card Stock
  • Martha Stewart Card Stock
  • Paper Studio Paper
  • Cuttlebug Embossing Plus Monogram Seals
  • EK Success Border Punch
  • Celebrate It Ribbon
  • Cricut Lite "B is for Boy" Cartridge