Recital/Studio Ziska

Template (modified) from Drafts and Blueprints {Bundle 9} by Tangie Baxter @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24576&cat=0&page=1
Buttons from Cherish Element Pack by Natali Designs @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=21660&cat=0&page=4
Funky Buggy (The Bundle)by Ziska @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24071&cat=0&page=1
Tape from Fasten It Element Pack by Birgit Kerr @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=19769&cat=0&page=16
Alpha from IO Friendship
Font: Pea Steele
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Recital/Studio Ziska

Little Entomologist/Studio Ziska

Entomologist: a zoologist who studies insects;the scientific study of insects

Liam likes bugs - caterpillars, ladybugs, beetles - he likes them all. On this day, he found this beetle on our bay window sill, and began to observe it. After he tired of observing it, he set it free to return to “its family," but not before I took a few pictures! 2-28-2009

Buttons from Chase-Ing Ryan by Flergs
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=21575&cat=0&page=12 cat=0&page=2
100 % Boy, string and staples from Troublemaker 2: Mini by Flergs
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23577&cat=0&page=1
Funky Buggy (The Bundle)by Ziska @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24071&cat=0&page=1
Fonts: Ben Brown and FO Giggles by Fontologie
Template by Cindy Schneider: ScrapSnap 13
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Little Entomologist/Studio Ziska

Toot /Cherry Blossom / Peta Boardman

I posted this layout in the galleries this morning and it was chosen for Gallery Standout at DST!

I have been a long time admirer of Peta Boardman and was thrilled when I found out that she was coming to Scrapbookgraphics. She has a classic and elegant design style that appeals to me. She also has a fabulous eye for matching colors and provides plenty of embellishment to please the most discerning scrapper. I especially like that one can mix and match her kits with ease.

Bright Eyed by Peta Boardman Designs @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24507&cat=0&page=1
New Love by Peta Boardman Designs @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24481&cat=0&page=2
Glitter splotches from Flergs's Troublemaker mini kit #1 @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23578&cat=0&page=1
Font: Pea Elizabeth
Backward staple by Jen Patricks
Template from Angelicious4 by ChrissyW @ Elemental Scraps

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Toot /Cherry Blossom / Peta Boardman

Dandelions / My Mother's Garden / Birgit Kerr

Birgit Kerr just uploaded MY MOTHER'S GARDEN to her store yesterday. Isn't it gorgeous. It has a fabulous color scheme and the cutest elements ever!

The acrylic alpha is absolutely fabulous and a must have for your collection. I love that she included the alpha as a psd file that you can customize as you wish.

You can purchase the items separately, if you so wish. She's also has a fabulous quickpage album, it you are short on scrapping time.

[b]Credits: My Mother's Garden kit by Birgit Kerr @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24579&cat=0&page=1
Backward staple by Jenn Patrick.
Font: Pea Elizabeth. Sketch by Gina Miller.[/b]
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Dandelions / My Mother's Garden / Birgit Kerr

Thank You God / Cherry Blossoms / Alana McCarthy

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Cherry Blossoms - Full Kit by Alana McCarthy @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24053&cat=0&page=1
Paper Alpha (Beige; also recolored blue) from Orchid Dreams Reawakening - Elements By Phuong Ton @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=22642&cat=0&page=3
Round alpha by Pink Peacock
Font: Century Gothic
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Thank You God / Cherry Blossoms / Alana McCarthy

Peta Boardman: New Designer at Scrapbookgraphics!

If you've read my blog, you will know that I recently posted about designers who gave good customer service, and I mentioned Peta Boardman.

Imagine my surprise when I got her note informing me that she was closing her shop! I was relieved and thrilled that she is joining Scrapbookgraphics!!! If you haven't seen her designs, check them out HERE.
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Peta Boardman: New Designer at Scrapbookgraphics!

Scrapbookgraphics Server is Down

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to let you all know that the server that hosts the forums, gallery and chatroom is currently down. The administration is currently working on the problem.

However, if you are in a mood for shopping, the shop is open. :)

I've had a busy weekend and am beat! I got lots of photos to process and show you.

Kait

Scrapbookgraphics Server is Down

Imagination.Laughter&Joy, Atlantic Ocean / Mystique

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After a week of non-stop rain, you guys were ready to hit the playground. We went on a long walk by the creek, all the way up to your favorite tree, then to the playground, swings and slide. May 12, 2009 Smithville Park

Templ-WM[squared] Designs
Font: Pea JessiGlorious Spring by Mistique @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24457&cat=0&page=1
Imagination By Mystique @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24394&cat=0&page=1
Styles-Glow by Wendy @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24498&cat=254
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I love nautical/maritime kits so I was thrilled when I found My Little Sea Adventure in the store. Mystique used a beautiful color palette of blue, green and tan and included a lot of fun elements, such as waves, crabs, 3 types of fishes, shark, clouds, boats, lighthouse, foliage, bird silhouttes, palm trees and island. This kit is perfect for scrapping pictures of your kids in the pool, at the lake or at the beach.

My Little Sea Adventure By Mystique
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24282&cat=0&page=1
Font: Problem Secretary
Blue Alpha from Colorful Island of Treasure - Alpha 2, by Em-Ka Designs @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24513&cat=0&page=1
Palm Tree (on upper left hand side of the page) from Anticipation Of Summer - Collab With MK Designs By Ondesigns
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24300&cat=0&page=1
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Imagination.Laughter&Joy, Atlantic Ocean / Mystique

Wedding #3 - With This Ring/Hillary Heidelberg

3rd page for the album I am making of my uncle's wedding.

Couple and edge overlay: Pink Wedding Brush, Overlay & Element Pack By Doris
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=17317&cat=0&page=4
Urban Grunge Solo Template by Hillary Heidelberg @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=24250&cat=0&page=1
Cream paper from Colour Theory: Cream by Flergs @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=22453&cat=0&page=7
Cherish page overlay from Playing with Wordart Vol. 3 by Natali Design
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=22337&cat=0&page=4
Ribbon - Natali_design_playingwithoverlays2
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23141&cat=0&page=2
Font: Pea Jenny Script
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Wedding #3 - With This Ring/Hillary Heidelberg

Toot!

Remember the 2 wedding pages I made of my uncle's wedding? They are currently featured in the wedding issue of The Daily Scrapper HERE. They are the first and last on the page.
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Toot!

BIrthday - Krabby Patties

Playing the "Stinging Jelly Fish, " a/k/a hot potato.
The "Krabby Patties" were a hit with the kids. And so simple to make, too.

Surprise!

Was Liam ever surprised when he realized he was getting a Wii. We need the balance board to get some exercise games to get him moving. It is not all fun and games.

Liam loved his Spongebob Squarepants cake and krabby patties. He couldn't wait to whack his Spongebob pinata. They also flipped sponges (patties) with a spatula onto a bucket full of water. Later, they threw wet sponges at each other. The slip and slide was tons of fun for them. They got wet until they were too cold to play.

BIrthday - Krabby Patties

Philadelphia Zoo Trip

Galapagos Tortoise

Prairie Dog.

Liam and Me.

Peacock

Pelicans

Bald Eagle

5/8/2009 - Zoo trip. That darn rain finally stopped. It's been raining for over a week non-stop! Liam was really excited to go to the zoo. I was one of many class chaperones. Luckily, 12 parents went with their children which gave the chaperones an extra pair of eyes. As always, I forced myself to take some photos for posterity. Here are a few of my favorites. Enjoy!

Philadelphia Zoo Trip

Making Lemonade with our Lemons

Kaylie has yet to see a rainstorm that she doesn't like. She loves to go out to jump on the puddles.


The one day the weather got really hot, Kaylie found a way of refreshing herself.

Making Lemonade with our Lemons

Rain/Raindrops

We've been having a lot of rain as of late. Truth be told, I am sick of the rain, but I love the drops of water sliding down the leaves and flowers in the garden. Here are a few of my favorites.

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Rain/Raindrops

More Flowers from my Garden

More Flowers from my Garden

Getting Crafty! - Animal Unit Project

Liam's First grade class has been studying about animals and their habitats, all leading to a field trip to the Philadelphia Zoo.

Liam was supposed to pick an animal, create same using a box, and include 5 facts about it. He chose a Rockhopper Penguin, who, incidentally, likes to hop from rock to rock thus the name. He used a hot glue gun to cover the box with felt, construction and crepe paper. We tried very hard to keep it as close to real life as possible.

While I was helping Liam, Kaylie kept busy by making a creation of her own. She calls it "Sleepy Girl." I call it, "Creepy Girl." :) She drew the bed and made a blanket out of pink felt. She is very crafty.

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Getting Crafty! - Animal Unit Project

Tulips/Dandelions

My yellow/red tulips are glorious this year! And so are the dandelions. 4/19/2009
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Tulips/Dandelions

Field Trip / Redo of an Old Layout

Strawberry Fields Paper Pack by Doris Castle @ SBG
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=20901&cat=0&page=1Staple from The Essence Of Spring - Collab With NewLifeDreams By Ondesigns
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23328&cat=0&page=2
Ticket template by Gunhild Storeide.
Layered sketch by Amy Hutchinson @ A5D.
Fonts: Pea Steele and FO Giggles by Fontologie @ TheDailyDigi
Stitching by Natali Design (freebie)


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Field Trip / Redo of an Old Layout

Storewide Sales @ Scrapbookgraphics

Just stopping by to remind you of the 30 percent storewide sales going on @ Scrapbookgraphics TODAY ONLY.

If you have had your eye on the collaboration kits by the Studio Girls or the humongous kits by Lorie Davison today is your chance to get them. No coupon needed!

Alana McCarthy - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=64

Baersgarten - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=37

Berna - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=28

Birgit Kerr - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=36

Bluebell Designs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=61

Coralie - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=73

Doris Castle - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=8

Ellie Lash - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=57

Em-Ka Designs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=69

Flergs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=42

Glam Fairy - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=71

Helene Douchet - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=65

Hillary - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=54

Jen Caputo - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=23

Line Designs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=70

Lotta Designs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=60

Lorie Davison - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=39

Manu - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=44

Maya - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=1

MissVivi - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=72

MGL - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=55

Mystique - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=75

Natali Design - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=48

ON Designs - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=32

Pguong Ton - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=52

SussieM - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=62

Tangie Baxter - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=63

Wendyzine Scraps (Actions Queen!)

http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=40

Ziska - http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/manufacturers.php?manufacturerid=56

And check out the new designers over at Scrapbookgraphics...they are fabulous!

While at the store, be sure to look for a freebie or two that were posted today.

Happy shopping and scrapping!

Kait

Storewide Sales @ Scrapbookgraphics

Saturday Freebies

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!!!

Here are a few freebies I found.

Alphabet by Tracy Ann

Template by Tracy Blankenship

Template by Andrea Gold

Template by Pri Rocha

Template by Helene

Misty Cato has some crossword words

Ribbon girl by Rachael Young

Scrapmatter's Blog Train

qp by Rubia

Frame by Phuong Ton

Journaling stamps at LLD.

Thanks to all the designers who so lovingly created these products for our enjoyment.
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This Moment Captured

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2nd page for my uncle's wedding album.

Kit used: All You Need is Love by Natali Design. On sale - 40% off!http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23140&cat=0&page=2
Playing with Overlays Vol 2http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23141&cat=0&page=2
Definitions for Love, dear and forever: Playing with Wordart Vol. 7 http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=23115&cat=0&page=2
This Moment Captured: Playing with Wordart Vol. 2
http://shop.scrapbookgraphics.com/product.php?productid=22212&cat=0&page=4
Tiny hearts on a pin by Corina Nielsen.
Heart template/Action Designs by Arisu at the Digi Chick
http://www.thedigichick.com/shop/product.php?productid=19902&cat=268

This Moment Captured

Freebies Galore

CafeJ has a paper pack in honor of NSD, which you can get from her blog HERE.

ChrissyW (yes, the same Chrissy that provided excellent customer service) has 2 free templates at her store @ Elemental Scraps.
Check out her store, too, everything 50 percent off.

The Digi Chick has a super cute and colorful kit titled Lottie Dottie.
(If you aren't registered, you will have to in order to download it)

Nathy (Cinnamon Designs) has an adorable quickpage here.

Eva Kipler has a round alpha.

Heather Manning has some awesome photomasks.

Irene has a wonderful qp on her blog.

Paint the Ocean freebie by Lily Designs.

Jen/Chaos Lounge has the cutest qp ever!

Kate Hadfield has a template for you.

Kristin Aasgard had a lovely qp, too.

Faith True has an adorable element set over at her blog...just perfect for us digi-scrappers!

Flergs has a beautiful sampler on her blog, part of a blog train.

BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE WHOLE POST FOR LINKS TO 13 OTHER BLOGS WERE SALES, COUPONS AND FREEBIES CAN BE FOUND.

Little Dreamer Designs has a template over at their blog.

Martencja Design has a charming and very colorful sampler on her blog.

Mikki has a template HERE.

MK Designs has a beautiful kit HERE.

NewLife'sDream has a Red Carpet mini kit on her blog, as well as 2 quickpages.

NikkiScott has an alpha and several qps. (scroll down to view them.)

Redju has a commercial use freebie on her blog.

Sarah has a rainbow colored paper pack. 3679

Freebies Galore