YAY...

Finally got around to posting pics on a layout that I completed in 2011....go figure....added the 2 pics and the journal block, in order to finally complete this 2 pager....I made several copies of this layout, as I picked it for a Disney swap that I participated in back in 2011 (before our trip).  So if you see it somewhere else, just know that I made it...lol....

 

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

New Projects...

So, I've been very busy this weekend working on various projects....

First up, I've got some bears that have been done using colored pencils and gamsol...for my upcoming class at Personal Scrapbook later this month...

 

Next up, we made a mold this week for our fused glass projects....go figure on the shape....lol....

 

And I worked this up for a friend....

 

And not to leave scrapbooking out of the loop, I'm currently working on some layouts for our upcoming trip to Disneyland...they're not quite finished yet, but they're going to be finished soon, and I'll post some pictures when they are ready for viewing.

 

Finally, I have a few things in the works....I have a "Special Request" class in June at The Crafty Scrapper.  I am also developing a project for yet another class at The Crafty Scrapper, which I hope to get on the books for April.  All in all, this is shaping up to be a very busy year.  From some discussions that I had this weekend, I will be creating more classes, and will be creating some special projects for a company based out of New York state.  I couldn't be more excited!!

 

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

Got a little bit done...

Yes, these are still "in process"...but one is close to being done...the other one, I just got started on, but I like where it's going...
Yes, we're planning our trip to Disneyland in CA, so I'm starting my pages for this upcoming trip already...  :)

Here's the one that just got started...hope you like...

Sorry for the "skewed" pics, but I took these at 3am on my cellphone...lol....I'll get better pics once they're totally finished...
Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

On a roll...

Yup, I'm on a posting to the blog roll....lol.....

This is a layout that I'm currently working on, but it's a work in progress...and nowhere near finished....

Hope you're having a crafty day....

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

New Year...

Sorry I'm getting a late start on the blog for the year.....it was a super busy and hectic end of year, and the first month of the year was no better....January is a super busy month for us at work....yuck...

Anyway, since I'm guessing that some of you are wondering if I've been doing any crafting lately, the answer is a resounding YES.  Unfortunately, I was remiss in posting projects etc....so here is a compilation of pics of projects that I was working on, or am currently working on....

First up, I'm in the process of finishing up a chipboard book for our upcoming trip to Disneyland...

Secondly, I finished a printers tray for the same upcoming Disneyland trip...here are some close ups, as well as the finished tray (sans the pics)...

Next up, we decided to try our hands at Ceramics...here is my first ever ceramics project that I painted at a store in Frisco, TX called Color Me Mine...

And I've been busy teaching some classes, among them, I have an upcoming COPICS III class at Personal Scrapbook in Allen, along with a GAMSOL Class that same day (see my calendar to the right), and I have another class (Eclips II) coming up at the Crafty Scrapper on the Eclips and how to cut various materials, including vinyl, and the things you can do with it (again, see the calendar to the right)...

Next up, over the holiday, we decided to try our hands at blowing our own glass ornaments at a shop in Ft. Worth.  Here is my finished ornament.....I think I did an excellent job for my first time out....  ;)

Also, the blown glass and the ceramics projects kind of convinced us that we wanted to continue to play in these mediums, so we bought a small kiln over the holidays.  We've been playing with FUSED GLASS.  Here are a few of our projects...

And finally, I started on a few new layouts for our upcoming trip to Disneyland to see our favorite mouse at his West Coast address...so, what do you do with a Memory Box die of a tree?  You spend 40 mins creating a tree....lol....

                                              

So, that should give you some small indication of what we've been up to in the Bear's Cave....

I hope you've had a chance to work in some crafty projects.  I know I'll be kicking into high gear on projects for our upcoming trip, as well as continue to create class projects.  I'll be doing better this year about updating the blog, and hope I can impart some small bit of inspiration to you.

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

Yup....

Yes, as I'm sure you've already figured out, I've been M.I.A. again.....

Long story short as to where I've been:    I've been in training for work.....yes, I know I finally finished training in May....and guess what, in June, I accepted a new position at the same company, and it requires more training, which I began in July....and I've been in training ever since...

I hope to be done with my training in the next few weeks, so I can pay much more attention to my blog at that time.  I really miss updating it.  And I'm sure you're wondering why I don't do it after hours.  Simple.  I spend ALL day on the computer at work....they actually monitor our activity/productivity, based on whether or not we're working in the systems.  So, when I get home in the early evenings, I'm literally wanting to be nowhere near a computer.  I'm usually so worn out by that time as well, that I usually take about a 1.5 hour nap.  Yes, I know, it sounds silly to be napping.  But bear in mind that I'm in the office by 7am everyday...so it makes for shorter nights.  Especially since I'm a night owl to begin with...lol.  I'm usually in bed by 2am and up at 6:15am.

Work is TOUGH....so tough that after each training session, we are required to Certify in what we learned.  IF we don't Certify in the timeframe that they provide, then we are terminated.  So glad that there's no pressure here.  UGH!!  And yes, once I finish this round of training and certification, I get to be "on the floor" for about 2 weeks, then I go back into training for what I hope will be the FINAL bit of training/certification that I have to complete this year.

Now, in case you're wondering WHY I'm doing this?  It's because I'm moving up in the company, and after the ever elusive RAISE in this stupid economy.  Yes, I just got 2 raises so far this year.  Now, bear in mind that I'm not technically eligible for a raise until I've been with the company for at least 12 months.  I've been here just over 8 months so far....so not bad for the new kid.

Anyway, enough with the excuses....I plan to be back onboard for a full ride very soon.  And I do apologize to those of you who have been reading my blog.  I'll make it up to all of you....promise!!

Oh, in the meantime, I'm uploading a pic of a project that we are working on to keep my mind off of work on the weekends....it's a LEGO project, and it will be displayed at the Frisco LEGO store at Stonebriar Mall during the entire month of October.  If you get a chance to go see it, please do...it's a Haunted House Fun House ride...made entirely of LEGO bricks...  :)

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

M.I.A....

So, I've been missing for a while, as I'm sure you've noticed. Unfortunately, I had to take a hiatus from my online duties, while I focused on my livelihood. You see, at the beginning of the holiday season, I lost my job. I could've moved to keep it, but I really didn't want to move to the middle of nowhere.

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So, that being said, I kept a very low profile, while I searched. I have been able to nail down another job, though it took 3.5 months to nail it down, as certification was required. Hence, my hiatus. While I don't normally share my personal business, I didn't want anyone to think that I just didn't care about scrapping or blogging. Quite the opposite. I've missed it alot.

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Now, I'm back on track, and ready to pick up where I left off.

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Soooooooo.....I'm baaaaaaaaaaaack!! :)

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Now, let's get started....first up...please check my calendar over to the right, to see where I'll be teaching. With that in mind, I have taught a few classes during my hiatus, and I have a few of my samples to share.....

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I've also learned, during the last few months, to let my inner child out, and enjoy life. So I took up creating in another way recently. Yes, I bit the bullet, and have delved into the realm of LEGO building. LOL... In fact, I created my first project, and it's currently on display at the Frisco LEGO store. YAY!! It will be on display through the end of April. You can see a pic below of my project, if you're interested.... :)

Happy Holidays

So, I've been busy....it is that time of year, after all...so I'm sorry for not posting earlier...

I've also been distracted by my new love....Memory Box Company Dies....I've "collected" their paper for years, but only recently discovered their dies...and I absolutely LOVE them and their intricacy....

Here is a card that I created using their products (except for the pink cs, and the light blue cs)...the stamp is from La La Land Crafts.....other than that, it's all Memory Box product...

Here's a look at the inside of the card...

What do you think? Pretty cool, huh....

In case I don't get to post before the holidays....here's to wishing you and yours a most joyous of Holiday Seasons....filled with family, friends, and love.

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

It's that time of year....

Yup, winter is upon us, and in Texas it doesn't mean that much of a difference...lol...

But, in keeping with the "spirit" of the season, I have a card that I created for my COPIC class...the stamp is from La-La Land Crafts...and it's called Luka on Sled. The papers are from Bazzill, and Core-dinations. The coloring was done with my COPIC markers. The snowflakes are from a Martha Steward border punch, and the snow is from Flower Soft.

So, as we prepare to spend time going "gung-ho" in the stores for our holiday shopping, let's not forget the simple things in life....the things that bring a smile to our faces, and create fond memories.

Until next time, I hope you and yours have a RIPArts kind of day!!

Previews...

So, I'm in major COPIC mode right now...which is a good thing, since the holidays are right around the corner. To that end, I have some classes scheduled...you can see where and when on the right side of this blog... :)

First up, I have a Skin & Hair class on the 5th...and here's a sample of what we'll be doing in class...we will be utilizing stamps from My Favorite Things.

Then, I have a Skin & Hair class on the 12th...and here's a sample of what we will be doing in that class...we will be utilizing stamps from La-La Land Crafts.

So, I hope you're able to join me at one of the times shown, so that we can get you started and on your way to completing your holiday cards.

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

Class is in session

Yup, it's that time again....time for another class....this time in Waxahachie....at the Crafty Scrapper.....

Here's a sneak peek at one of the cards....hope you get a chance to come on down and take the class or both classes....

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!

La La La La La....

La-La Land Stamps that is.....yup, I'm using La-La Land's stamps in my next class....they're pretty cute, and not too difficult to color for those who are just beginning to toy with COPIC markers.

I hope you'll check out these really cute stamps, and give them a try.

Until next time, I hope you have a RIPArts kind of day!!