Sketch It Out

Sketch #109

2011-02-25T12:49:00.000-08:00

Sketch #108

2011-02-09T19:55:00.001-08:00

Sketch #107

2011-02-09T19:53:00.001-08:00

Sketch #106

2011-02-09T19:51:00.001-08:00

Sketch #105

2011-01-31T23:35:00.000-08:00

Sketch #104

2011-01-31T22:32:00.001-08:00

Sketch #103

2011-01-31T22:18:00.001-08:00

Sketch #102

2009-06-01T09:49:00.001-07:00

I've been absent from my blog yet again....I wish this baby GIRL would "bake" faster, lol.

Sketch #101

2009-05-08T19:12:00.000-07:00

A Recent Layout

2009-05-05T13:18:00.001-07:00

Here is a recent one I created for Daily Inspirations.

Sketch #100

2009-05-02T14:02:00.000-07:00

My 100th sketch...wow!

New Sketches on the Way!

2009-04-29T09:38:00.000-07:00

So I'm obviously feeling a little better since I have been a scrapping machine lately, lol. This week is my first week back to work so I'm sure I'll slow down again soon. But there is good news!!! I put together quite a few sketches this past weekend and will try to post one each week on Thursday or Friday!

Sketch #99

2009-04-29T09:35:00.001-07:00

I drew up this sketch for a Daily Inspirations Challenge and used it for a page in each of the boys albums. Enjoy!

DT layout for Daily Inspirations

2009-04-29T09:32:00.000-07:00

You can see this over at Daily Inspirations...it's says by Ashlely, but is mine...lol.

Four New Sketches!

2009-04-21T12:38:00.000-07:00

Four of my sketches are being used in Creative Scrappers' birthday bash celebration. So don't forget to enter layouts in the challenges if you use the sketches...but be sure to check out the requirements before starting your layout.

Sketch #98

2009-04-21T12:37:00.001-07:00

Sketch #97

2009-04-21T12:36:00.000-07:00

Sketch #96

2009-04-21T12:35:00.000-07:00

Sketch #95

2009-04-21T12:31:00.000-07:00

A layout for Daily Inspirations.

2009-04-17T12:04:00.001-07:00

Little late on posting this layout...this was featured on Daily Inspirations on April 7th. The color is a little of in the picture (sorry). I really had fun with this one.

Where or Where Have I Been??

2009-04-12T09:29:00.000-07:00

Well back in the hospital again. Yes, that would make my 3rd admission in the course of 14 weeks of pregnancy. I think I am trying to set a new record of some kind. But seriously I am excited!! I am doing a rarely used treatment (kind of a last ditch effort) for HG....and it seems to be working. In fact, I wasn't suppose to be released until Tuesday but I am going home today. So it's turning out to be a good Easter for our family...I hope you are having a wonderful Easter too.

Sketch #94

2009-03-29T12:53:00.000-07:00

This one is featured on Creative Scrappers this week. Go check it out!

On a personal note...

2009-03-28T17:45:00.000-07:00

Well my husband and I took a wonderful 5 day trip to San Antonio, TX. We went with 5 other couples and it was a blast. I was really worried about going with my hyperemesis but I did pretty good. I even kept breakfast down everyday but one! Yeah.

Unfortunately, this past Wednesday I ended up in the ER. I went for a ear infection and some spotting I was concerned about, only to end up being admitted and having my appendix removed!!!! The surgery and recover has been pretty rough since it's been complicated by my hyperemesis, but all in all I consider myself lucky that the appendicitis was caught so early and removed before infection could set in. The funny thing is I would have never went to the ER for the abdominal pain, it wasn't that severe and I figured it was just from the GI issues created by the hyperemesis. So strangely in this case the spotting was a blessing in disguise.

Sketch #93

2009-03-17T10:22:00.000-07:00

Here's a new one.

New supplies!

2009-03-12T04:43:00.000-07:00

Who knew I'd be working with a whole new type of supplies! That is what it takes to deliver just 1 dose of each of my current medication/iv therapy. Lots of fun, huh? I kept telling my husband that maybe this baby is getting it out of his/her system, giving us lots of grief now but will be the perfect child latter on. Wishful thinking I know, lol. Well I am 9 weeks and 3 days, only 30 weeks and 4 days to go!

Sketch #92

2009-03-10T10:48:00.002-07:00

This is another one where my layout inspired the sketch. Hope you like it.

Sketch #92

2009-03-10T10:48:00.001-07:00

A new challenge blog!

2009-03-03T06:16:00.000-08:00

A friend of mine, Day, started a new blog called Daily Inspirations. She has asked me to be a member of her design team and I couldn't be more excited. So if you get a chance, check out her new blog.

Sketch #91

2009-02-26T07:32:00.000-08:00

A Little Update

2009-02-23T10:04:00.001-08:00

I just wanted to let my readers know that I may fall behind on my blog postings. I have some good and bad news. The good news is that in a little less than 8 months we are expecting a new arrival to our family...that's right I'm pregnant. The bad news is I am very sick...I have hyperemesis gravidarum. I finally got to come home after a two day stay at the hospital but I still have to give myself IV fluids and IV medications at home. I'm sure you can imagine how this has cramped my lifestyle, lol. So hang in there with me and I will try to post sketches as often as I can!

Sketch #90

2009-02-12T05:36:00.000-08:00

This sketch was actually created after I made the layout...which all began with that piece of pattern paper.

The Winner is Eryn!

2009-02-12T04:29:00.000-08:00

So I used the randmom number generator today to pick the winner and it was the lucky #6 who just happens to be Eryn from Holy Scrap! Congrats Eryn! Just send me an email with you address and I'll get your prize out ASAP!

Thanks to everyone that took time to leave a comment. I plan on trying to implement some of your suggestions.

The Prize!

2009-02-08T09:52:00.000-08:00

I posted the contest, but I'm sure everyone wants to know what the prize is. So I put together a sweet and dreamy little package featuring MME products. It includes 6 pieces of double-sided patterned paper, 2 frames, 2 transparencies, 3 title blocks, 2 journaling blocks, a bunch of die cuts, ribbon, and brads! For your chance to win post a comment here.

Happy Birthday Peyton!

2009-02-06T05:42:00.000-08:00

You really have come a long way baby boy. From a fast and furious deliver, to a quick transfer to a top pediatric hospital, followed by a week long of intense praying and bedside vigils. Daddy likes to say you were displaying you ability to stress us out from the very beginning. We finally got to bring you home on Valentine's Day, the sweetest gift of all. Before we start our day today I just wanted to take time to thank God, medical technology, the hospital staff, family and our friends for helping us journey through those long 8 days. Peyton I thank you too for being strong, being a survivor, and most of all for being you! We love baby boy!

Happy Birthday Sketch It Out!

2009-02-05T08:11:00.000-08:00

So today is the one year anniversary of Sketch it Out!

Can you believe it? I cannot! A year really? And tomorrow is my son's 3rd Birthday too! Where or where dose the time go?

In order to celebrate I'm going to give away some blog candy! I'd love to hear from my readers. What do like about my blog and what would you like to see in the future?

Post your comment here by Feb 12th for a chance to when.

Sketch #89

2009-02-05T05:00:00.000-08:00

A was so excite to get a cowboy hat with his horseback ride!

A Sweet Layout

2009-02-04T07:38:00.001-08:00

My sister recently gave me these photos of my niece and my youngest son. I thought sketch #52 was perfect for these photos. Once again you'll see I've used my Cutter Bee, plus I have dug out my stamps! One of my resolutions for this year is to put all those stamps I collect to good use. Thanks Brandi for forcing me to learn how to use a blendign pen!

Sketch #89

2009-02-04T07:29:00.000-08:00

I have taken a new interest in my cutter bee piercing tool...you are sure to see my stimulated stitching on tons of recent layouts! To get straight lines I take out the blade on my fiskars 12x12 trimmer and use the line for a piercing guide. For perfect circles I trace around my circle cutting templates.

Please Say A Prayer!

2009-02-01T16:19:00.000-08:00

Please pray for my husband's grandfather. He just had a stroke and is on his way to the hospital now.

Thank you so much.

Almost a year of Blogging.

2009-01-30T14:07:00.002-08:00

I realized today that I am quickly coming up on my one year anniversary of blogging...I feel like I have come a long way, lol. Oooooh, maybe a feel a challenge coming on!

Sketch #88

2009-01-29T20:00:00.000-08:00

I used this sketch for a challenge I did at my weekend retreat scrapbooking retreat!

Check it Out!

2009-01-28T19:15:00.000-08:00

To see my latest published layouts check out pages 44, 66, and 68 in the Jan./Feb. issue of Scrap N' Art. If you're not a registered user, take the time to sign up. It's quick, easy and free!

Sketch #87

2009-01-22T05:25:00.001-08:00

Check out Red Oak for a RAK

2009-01-22T04:49:00.000-08:00

So my friend Kelsy let me know about the Red Oak site and I just love her products. I feel a new addiction coming on! The have a RAK going on right now, so check it out and leave a comment.

Card Sketch

2009-01-20T07:24:00.000-08:00

A little card sketch, a first from me!

Check it out!

2009-01-14T11:31:00.000-08:00

Kelsy is has some fabulous blog candy!

A new layout

2009-01-11T14:25:00.000-08:00

I love this hybrid tag made by my friend Kelsy! I designed the whole layout around this single element. Layout is based on a pencilline's sketch.

Thanks Kelsy!

Sketch #86

2009-01-09T09:18:00.000-08:00

Sketch Challenge on ACOT

2009-01-02T12:35:00.000-08:00

Sketch #82 is being use for ACOT's January Sketch Challenge. Check it out if you want to play along.

A little announcement!

2008-12-30T08:00:00.000-08:00

So quite awhile ago I submitted a few layout for publication. I forgotten about it and was really excited to hear from Scrap N Art yestreday. They are going to publish 3 of my layouts in the Jan./Feb. Issue; Crazyman, Ashton I Love You, and One of a Kind.

Sketch #85

2008-12-30T07:29:00.000-08:00

Okay, so I've gotten a few emails about my sketches. I know I've been slacking off a little. I'll try to do better. Here are 3 recent ones!

You could use this sketch for one large photo or 4 small ones!

Sketch #84

2008-12-30T07:18:00.000-08:00

Sketch #83

2008-12-30T07:16:00.000-08:00

Sketch #82

2008-12-12T06:00:00.000-08:00

Sketch #81

2008-12-05T06:00:00.000-08:00

Sketch #80

2008-12-01T08:51:00.000-08:00

Like this Sketch? Then visit Creative Scrappers and enter a layout in Sketchfest 2 about something unique that you love. Hope to see you there!

Sketch #79

2008-11-20T18:28:00.000-08:00

Sketch #78

2008-11-16T20:07:00.000-08:00

Just for you Brandi!

Tag by my friend and fellow scrapper Kristi

Layout for Creative Scrappers

2008-11-16T20:02:00.000-08:00

This layout was revealed last Sunday on Creative Scrappers...sorry I"m late posting it.

Crop Time!

2008-11-06T05:19:00.000-08:00

I am super excited! Several of the girls from one of my online communities are coming into town late tonight for a weekend of cropping!!!! What could be better than scrapbooking and turning your online friends into real life friends!!!! I have to admit I'm a little nervous, I hope the like the real life version of me.

Sketch #77

2008-11-06T05:18:00.000-08:00

Sketch #76

2008-11-06T05:17:00.001-08:00

2008-10-30T05:30:00.000-07:00

I did this layout for the 1 hour sketch contest that was hosted by Kristine at Creative Scrappers last night. It was fun, but a disaster too. The boys were "suppose" to be in, but the both got up twice and DH was out of town so I had to keep running up and putting them back down, lol. Then apparently I dropped my stamp on my photo and didn't even realize it until after I had posted the layout in the gallery. Despite all that this contest was just the therapy I needed to escape from my stressful week at work!

This layout is based on Sketch form Shanna! I was so excited when she posted that sketch, I immediately ran and snatched up those photos. I loved this pictures, even though they aren't the best photos, because of the emotion I felt when I took them. Ahh...why do they have to grow up so fast!

A new layout!

2008-10-28T12:20:00.000-07:00

Another layout for Creative Scrappers! Loved this sketch by Cherie Avrill.

Sketch #75

2008-10-24T13:11:00.000-07:00

Found this one laying around on a post it note! Enjoy!

Layout for Creative Scrappers!

2008-10-22T13:32:00.000-07:00

This was on the Creative Scrapper's blog last week. The sketch was from Jen (roxybond's sketches) and I really love the way it come out, but boy I was covered with glitter by the time I was done, lol. This layout can also been seen in the featured rotation at scrapbook.com!

Sketch #74

2008-10-16T18:59:00.001-07:00

Sketch #73

2008-10-16T18:51:00.001-07:00

Sketch #72

2008-10-10T01:13:00.000-07:00

Sketch #71

2008-10-09T11:02:00.001-07:00

Don't go into shock...yes it's a two page sketch!

Sketch #70

2008-10-03T10:39:00.000-07:00

This sketch is currenlty being featured in the November Guest Designer Contest at Creative Scrappers. Give it a try, you never know you might just be the next Guest Designer.

Here's a layout I did using this sketch:

ACOT Sketch Challenge!

2008-10-01T11:26:00.001-07:00

The October Sketch Challenge at A Cherry on Top is posted!!! Go check out all the fantastic challenges! Thanks again Laura for featuring my Sketch!

Creative Scrappers Design Team Layout

2008-10-01T11:18:00.000-07:00

My newest layout for Creative Scrappers!

Sketch #69

2008-09-26T06:07:00.000-07:00

Simple sketch this time...lots of white space!

Calling all ACOT fans!

2008-09-23T08:42:00.000-07:00

So Laura Fiore contacted me and asked if she could use one of my sketches for the October Sketch Challenge at A Cherry on Top. I of course said, "Umm, Yeah!!!" I feel so honored. After it's posted (sorry no hints on which sketch) I post a link to the challenge!

More Good News!!!

2008-09-19T12:48:00.002-07:00

So I submitted 4 layouts to Scrapbooking.com for a page call and they want to publish 3 or the 4 layouts and have given me the oppurtunity to write my own article! I am so honored! The three layouts being published in the November issue are Brotherly Love, 31, and My World!

Sketch #68

2008-09-19T12:48:00.001-07:00

Hope you enjoy today's sketch!

A Great Suprise!

2008-09-18T04:29:00.001-07:00

I had a personal message today from Laura Fiore at A Cherry On Top....they featured this layout in their Creative Team Spotlight Article! I am very honored!

You can check view the articlet at http://www.acherryontop.com/article?a=4215.

Sketch #67

2008-09-18T04:29:00.000-07:00

A bonus sketch this week....I'll have another one tomorrow.

Last Class!

2008-09-16T11:37:00.000-07:00

So I taught my last class at my LSS this past weekend, or at least for now. We had some changes in our family and it just wasn't going to work with my schedule anymore! I am sad but I really couldn't justify the time spent away from my family since I already work 30 hours a week

But the good news on the horizon is that I am pretty sure I'll be working from home by the begining of 2009! Yippee!!! Some days, depending on traffic I can spend 3 hours in the car!

Creative Scrappers Design Team Layout

2008-09-16T11:33:00.000-07:00

This is the layout I did for my first assignment as a member of Creative Scrappers Design Team. I am currently working on my second layout right now, and I got to say I am really loving it so far!

Sketch #66

2008-09-12T04:59:00.000-07:00

Sketch #65

2008-09-09T06:03:00.000-07:00

My cousing Jessica is playing Elmo in the Seasme Street Live USO tour...we were lucky enough to have her performing at a base within driving distance so the my children got the VIP treatment! Thanks Jessie!

Sketch #64

2008-09-05T02:31:00.000-07:00

Another Recent Layout..

2008-09-03T14:29:00.000-07:00

This one was inspired by a challenge...I rarely scrap myself.

2 Published Layouts this month!

2008-09-02T13:23:00.000-07:00

I have two publications out this month.

The first one was published in this issue of Scrapbooking.com's Just For Kids column
http://scrapbooking.com/cgi-bin/Phase_2/layout.pl?serial=71962

This layout was published in this issue of Scrap-N-Art. You can download this ezine at http://www.scrapnart.com/ .

A few Layouts!

2008-09-02T09:31:00.001-07:00

The first 2 were created from a couple of my sketches:

This one was created for Creative Srappers as a Guest Designer.
Sketch by Tina McDonald:

Sketch #63

2008-08-29T12:32:00.000-07:00

I hope you have fun working with this sketch! I sure did..I thought it was perfect for these pictures.

Sketch #62

2008-08-23T13:27:00.000-07:00

I know two sketches in one day...don't get too excited, lol. I tried using a different program to create this sketch...hope you like it.

Sketch #61

2008-08-23T08:54:00.000-07:00

Sorry this is late...yesterday was just one of those days.

Hello!

2008-08-20T05:02:00.001-07:00

We got back from vacation this week and I am just now getting into the full swing of things!!! I plan on having a new sketch up by the end of the week! Hope everyone enjoyed their summers!

Sketch #60

2008-08-07T21:31:00.000-07:00

DS just loves that monkey broom, lol he sweeps almost everyday!

Sketch #59

2008-08-01T11:50:00.000-07:00

The one page version of this sketch was just used as part of the sketchfest at Creative Scrappers. If you haven't checked out the forum there you should drop by!

Sketch #58

2008-07-25T12:41:00.000-07:00

Here's a new one! Hope you like it.

Arte Y Pico Award

2008-07-17T08:07:00.000-07:00

Thanks so much Jen, from Roxybond's Sketches, for giving me the Arte y Pico Award!

This award recognizes a blog's creativity and overall contribution to the blogger community.

I have the honor of selecting 5 recipients for the next award!

1. Ingvild Bolme

2. Scrapperlicious

3. Scrapping Day

4. The Scrappy Side Of Life

5. Scrapographs

Once you've been selected, please follow these guidelines and pay it forward:

1) Choose 5 blogs that you consider deserving of this award based on creativity, design,
Interesting material, and overall contribution to the blogger community, regardless of the language.

2) Post the name of the author and a link to his or her blog so everyone can view it.

3) Each award-winner has to show the award and put the name and link to the blog that has given him or her the award.

4) The award-winner and the presenter should post the link of the "Arte y Pico" blog, so everyone will know the origin of the award.

SKetch #57

2008-07-17T07:54:00.001-07:00

my layout:

layout by Deb:

Here's a new one! I really love this one and hope to do it myself!!

More Good News!

2008-07-16T06:41:00.000-07:00

I had an email from Scrap 'N Art today and one of my layouts, "Awesome Boy", is going to be in the September/October Issue!! I am so honored and excited. I had so much fun doing that particular layout!!

Some Good News!

2008-07-15T12:46:00.001-07:00

I just heard back from Scrapbooking.com Magazine and my new layout "My Brilliant, Happy, Bubbly, All American Boy" is going to be published in the September issue! It will be featured in the Just For Kids Category!! Thank you Scrapbooking.com!!! I am super excited!

Sketch #56

2008-07-10T07:31:00.000-07:00

I have been doing a lot of 3 photo sketches lately. Apparently I tend to take 3 photos of every event, lol.

More Cosmo Cricket

2008-07-09T09:51:00.000-07:00

This was a layout I put together as part of a class I taught at For Keepsakes.