PPA132

I really hope none of you are sick of my cards yet! Here is a color challenge which was more difficult than the sketch ones. Usually my hard part is coming up with the layout. As soon as I saw the color combination my mind went immediately to this little scrap of paper I had in my bag of scraps (I need a better way to organize my scraps!)

Here is the challenge...

Pals Paper Arts- PPA132

Like I've said before, the thing I like about this website is that they don't care if you use the official colors. I'm really trying to break the habit of using white as my base color, (even though it is cheaper especially for my card club I'm in where I'm creating 10-15 of the same card).

So here is my take on the card.

Love the bling!

Sorry didn't realize I caught my shadow. I've learned that it is hard to take a good photo of a card. Not sure how to get the right lighting...

Anywho... I'm not sure what I used since it is mostly scraps used. Just basic cardstocks. Behind the "Happy Mother's Day" circle is a chipboard circle to make the saying stick out.

Linking to:

Etsy Shop

So as you may or may not know, I have an Etsy shop selling cards that I have handmade. Most of them are in the $1- $1.50 range including shipping. Today I lowered a bunch of prices. If you are needing cards for an upcoming event, be sure to check them out. You can click here to be taken to my shop.

Thanks, and I hope you find something you like.

Card Contest

I found another card making challenge! I love finding these because I love making cards and these challenges really help me get a start. Here is the sketch...

Mojo Monday 235

Here is my take on it... I love how this one came out. It's for my Niece's birthday her name starts with a B.

Supplies:

All solid card stock is the Joanns brand

Yellow scallop was punched with Fiskars punch

The floral print is me & my BIG ideas

Tulle for the flower

and then stamped Yippee!! in black ink.

Linking to:

This is me trying to get better at this...

Of course there is nothing really happening in our lives right now. This week was pretty relaxing compared to the usual.

Chase's dad was in town so we got to see him. That is always fun. Ryder has changed a lot since we've last seen him. It's amazing!

I've been getting ready to host a busy bag swap and am participating in a file folder swap. Hopefully we'll come home with plenty to keep Ryder entertained. He is walking and getting into EVERYTHING!

I've also got a recipe swap going on that meets once a month. We've done it twice and it's been fun! And of course card night. April is summer lovin' themed and my card is already done. Not sure if I like it or not, but it's done so no going back now.

I'm ALSO trying to sell some homemade cards on Etsy. So far no takers. They say to sell more post more. Who knows if it's true. I have 7 listings so far. Don't want to do too much and not make anything. I'm thinking 20 is my limit, if I don't sell anything then I'll quit forever.

WOW that sounds like a ton going on, but really it's not too bad. So many swaps!

Anyways, enjoy the rest of your week...

Crazy weekend!

So the craziness started Thursday. Chase had found out earlier in the week that the Elder's Quarm President in our ward was released. A few days later someone from the Stake Presidency asked Chase if he could come and meet with our family! His mind was going crazy for the next 24 hours or so. So Thursday night he came over and I think Chase was relived when all he wanted was to release Chase from his calling and to Thank him for his service.

Friday- Nothing really out of the ordinary. We had a kickbutt work out. We played volleyball with the Elder's it was fun and then played 2 games of softball! Man were we tired...

Saturday- We had many things on the agenda, but all that changed when Chase & I felt super sick. We both woke up sore from the previous nights activities. I was feeling not quite 100% but we had plans for a double date and didn't want to cancel. We went and saw Hunger Games (loved it!) and in the middle I rushed out of the theater fearing I would throw up on the people in front on me. Chase started feeling sick around then too. We spent the rest of the day at home napping and relaxing on the couches. Thankfully Brittany and Bryan were so willing to take Ryder off our hands so we could rest.

One of the worse parts was that we were going to hit up Goodwill half price day:(

Sunday- Woke up late for Church, but we felt like we needed to go. I needed to teach my Primary class and Chase was suppose to bare his Testimony for the Elder's. About mid day Sunday we started feeling a little better.

It's crazy how one moment you are fine and the next your whole weekend changes....

Same ol' same ol'

Man, I have really been sucking it up lately. Let's do some updates over the last 4 months Person by Person...

Chase: He finished a semester at School and has started another one. His Major is Geography, not sure if or what he'll do with it. He really enjoys it so that makes school less of a pain. In December he hit his 1 year mark with MPS. We really love that job. It is super flexible and perfect for our family right now. Chase has started riding his bike more and is hoping to do the Tour de Mesa in April (or atleast the shorter version). He recently did training at Discount Cab and will be doing that VERY part time. He just has to work 1 shift every 30 days. So he can keep it during the year and then when summer comes and he's off from MPS he can pick up more hours at Discount Cab. If you or your Hubby apply say Chase referred you! It seems like a nice set up.

Courtney: Just living the life of the wife and mom... and loving it! I wouldn't trade it for anything. I've started an Etsy shop selling homemade greeting cards to hopefully bring in some money. Check it out sometime and feel free to make a purchase if there is something you see. I'm kind of giving it a test run right now, we'll see how it goes. It's something I love doing (cardmaking) so it's fun too! I've started watching How I Met Your Mother during nap time. It's so funny and gives me something to do to relax. I participate in a card night every other month. It is so cool how "big" it's turned out. I started it about 2 years ago. It's so much fun! I also started a Recipe Swap every month. Last month was the first and there was some good food:) Next is Bfast foods. Yum!!!

Ryder: He is no baby anymore... he's 13 months now! He had a puppy themed birthday party that was so much fun! You can read birthday posts on my DIY blog here. He's been walking for a couple of weeks and walks more and more everyday. He is so smart and is learning so much! He says bye bye everytime we put him in his car seat. He's so much fun! He's a pro sleeper now and it has made life so much better! If you are hesitant to try the cry it out method, give it a try. Sleep has been so nice!!!

Tonka & Ella: Well they are still being turkey's getting out every once in awhile, but we can't really blame them. Tonka is now neutered. We took Ella in and found out that she was starting her heat cycle so we have to wait. They love attention and going on walks.

Family: We went to Disneyland in December (Post to come someday maybe). Nothing to big is happening. We started a goal of going on 1 hike a month and take the dogs. Today was actually our second hike and it was a little intense and didn't go very far. Baby steps right? We even bought a hiking baby backpack to carry Ryder in. We try to go with the Packer's that want to come and are working up to our goal of Havasupai Summer 2013. Chase & I have really gotten into the games Dominion and Thunderstone. They are strategic card games and so much fun! If you wanna play let us know. We'd love to!

Life is great and we are having fun and enjoying our time together as a family.

Recipe Swap- Appetizers

So I started a recipe swap with some family and friends. Everyone brings a sample for everyone to try and then the recipe for everyone to take home. This was the first month and it turned out nice. There were 6 people there. I was hoping for more, but hopefully it was because other plans and not because people aren't interested.

For those that couldn't come here are the recipes. Everything was delicious!

Pigs in a Blanket

Brought be Karen

1 pound uncooked small sausage links

2 (8oz) cans crescent rolls

1/2 C mustard

1/2 C mayo

2 T honey

Prep: Cook sausage inj skillet on Med-high heat for 10 minuets. Drain on paper towel. Divide rolls into triangles. Place link in center and roll up. Place on baking sheet.

Bake 350 Degrees for 10-15 minutes

Stir together mustard, mayo and honey, serve with rolls.

Gibson Chicken Taquitos

Brought by Courtney

2 Chicken breasts, shredded or you can use the canned stuff

1t chili powder

2 scoops sour cream

2 can diced green chilies

1/2t garlic powder

a dash of salt

cheese (I just winged it)

Flour tortillas (20 fajita size)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees

Mix all ingredients in a bowl (reserve some cheese to sprinkle on top)

Put about 1/4 C or mixture on tortilla (amount varies depending on how big you want them)

Roll tortillas up. To secure place a toothpick in them or put seam side down.

Bake for 15 minutes, sprinkle cheese on top and bake an additional 3-5 minutes

Serve with your favorite toppings.

BLT Rollers

Brought by Amy

4oz. cream cheese, softened

1/4 C mayo

8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled

1/2 C chopped tomatoes

4 flour tortillas (8 inch)

1/2C shredded romaine lettuce

Mix cream cheese & mayo. Add bacon & tomatoes. Spread onto tortillas. Top with lettuce. Roll tightly and cut diagonal.

Almond-Bacon Cheese Crostini

Brought by Barbara

1 French bread baguette (1lb) cut into 36 slices

2 C shredded monterey jack cheese

2/3C Mayo

1/2C sliced almonds, toasted

6 bacon strips, cooked and crumbled

1 green onion

dash salt

additional almonds (optional)

Place bread slices on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 8-9 minuets or until lightly browned.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine cheese, mayo, almonds, bacon, onion and salt. Spread over bread. Bake 7-8 minutes until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with additional almonds. Serve warm.

Yields: 3 dozen

Spinach Dip

Brought by Tiffany

4 Cups Dip/ Prep Time:10 minutes/ Chill Time: 2 hours

1Pkg (10 oz.) frozen chopped spinach, cooked, cooled, and squeezed dry

16oz sour cream

1C Mayo

1 Pkg Knorr vegetable recipe mix

8oz can water chestnuts, drained and chopped (optional)

3 green onions, chopped (optional)

Combine all ingredients and chill about 2 hours. Serve with your favorite dippers.