Look Who Turned 1! It's a Birthday Blog Hop!

HIP, HIP, HOORAY, Marci and Luka had a BIRTHDAY!  On August 1st our Marci and Luka finally turned ONE!

Did you arrived here from Trisha's blog?  Then you are on the right track!  If not, please head back to the LLLC Blog and start from there . . . you will see a list of all the talented DT & Alumni whom you will need to visit if you want to be eligible to win a HUGE BLOG CANDY!

Are you ready for some birthday FUN?!  To celebrate this momentous occasion, I've been asked to join the DT along with some Alumni to help celebrate Marci and Luka’s birthday.

Here is Faerie Marci.  I've colored her with copics and really wanted her to stand out.  Mission accomplished! 

Here a close-up of Faerie Marci.  This Faerie Marci is a digi . . . the areas where I added stickles (crown and wings) had smeared and ran a little but overall I think she turned out great.

Well, I'm sure you want to know what's up for grabs in the Blog Candy right?   This Blog Candy contains the following:

~ Set of 12 Copic Markers in NEW 2011 colors

~ Set of Spica Pens

~ Pack of X-Press Blending Cardstock

~ New Scor-pal and pack of Scor-Tape

~ 3 sets of 12x12 Basic Grey Collections paper packs

~ $20 gift certificate to the La-La Land Crafts Store

To be eligible for this FABULOUS blog prize, you must follow these 3 easy rules:

1. Become a follower and/or subscribe to our Blog.

2. Display a picture of our Blog Candy on your blog with a link back to THIS POST

**if you don’t have a blog, please spread the word

3. Leave one comment BELOW after completing the blog hop answering this question:

“Which stamp used on the projects in this hop is your favorite?”

You have until August 31st to leave your answer below in our comment section at the LLLC Blog (one comment only please).  A winner will be drawn on September 3rd.

Now hop on over to another Alum, Alice Wertz!  Happy Birthday again Marci and Luka!

Friends are flowers that never fade . . .

Today is bittersweet . . . this will be my farewell and last post I will do as a DT member for La-La Land Crafts.  It is with a sad heart that I have decided to bid farewell to Irina, the girls, and of course, Marci and Luka.  My time is stretched thin and my "babies" need me. 

When Irina asked me to join her team about a year and a half ago as a Guest Designer, I was so humbled and honored.  Then I joined the ranks as a DT member along side some very talented and creative ladies whom I've come to admire.  I will miss everyone!  Thank you Irina for allowing me the opportunity to create for you!  To the girls ~ May you inspire!  And to everyone who comes by my little blog ~ Thank you for your support and encouraging words!

On to my card.  Since this is my last DT card, I found it fitting to use Marci with Flower, which is one of the new images being released this summer!  The sentiment says it all for me . . . Friends are flowers that never fade.  This is my tribute -- I've made wonderful friendships through La-La Land Crafts and I know I will continue those friendships!

Be sure to check out the new Design Team members!  They are fabulous and will bring Marci and Luka life!  :)  Thanks for coming here for a visit!  Have a great Memorial Day weekend everyone!

La-La Land Crafts Summer Release Blog Hop

*** Be sure to scroll down for my earlier post with 

TGF Farm Fresh Challenge Blog***

La-La Land is gearing up for summer with new Design Team Members and some fun new stamps! We're hopping around today so you can see some amazing creations by the new team featuring these fabulous new stamps, and we hope you'll join along. If you didn't just arrive from Kim's blog, then be sure to head on back to the La-La Land Crafts Blog for the full details. You'll want to leave a comment on every blog you visit along the way to be eligible to win one each of the 6 new stamps in the Summertime Collection. That's three new Marci stamps and three new Luka stamp!

Meet Scout Marci.  She is one of the many new images being released!  I colored her as a Brownie instead of a Girl Scout.   Scout Marci is soaking in the beauty around her and cherishing the all the little miracles!

Thank you for hoppin' this way!  Be sure to keep hoppin' to see what Michele's blog has for you today, and don't forget to comment along the way so you can win!

Here Comes Trouble!

Hey there peeps!  I'm here to stir up some trouble . . . well, not me, it's Fireman Luka!

This is my second card using Fireman Luka. I just adore him because my hubby is a firefighter. Once again, I had to color him in the proper outfit my hubby would be wearing on the job.  Wanna know where the inspiration came from?

This week, my son had a Water Play Day at school. The firefighters brought the yellow firetruck to the school yard and set up the hoses. You could probably guess what took place next . . . the kids got sprayed and had a blast!!! My son was right up front, trying to get the firefighters to spray him . . . he SUCCEEDED with every attempt! He is my little trouble maker, but it was nice to see him have so much fun!

Thanks for stopping by today.  Have a great weekend! :)

Reaching Out . . .

Have you ever friend who was always there no matter what? Through the good times and the bad? I'm sure you all have your "BFF" right there at your side.

Today, I am sharing a card showcasing Ballerina Marci. She was one of the first in a series of Marci's created by Irina and Eric for La-La Land Crafts. I just luv how she's reaching and extending out her hand . . . really went well with the sentiment I paired her up with.

I colored her in Distress Inks and sprayed the entire card with Tsukineko Sheer Shimmer Spritz.  It's hard to see here on the pictures, but it sure does sparkle!  :) 

Here's a close up. 

Thanks for stoppin' by today.  Wishing everyone a great weekend!  :)  TA-TA!!!

Celebrate Today . . .

Well, actually it's meant for Sunday, which is Mother's Day.  I posted a project I made {HERE} for my mother.  Today, I'm sharing a card I will give to my mother-in-law.   

This is Darling Marci.  I immediately picked up this stamp because my MIL has the same hair style.  Not only that, she is a DARLING, literally!  She's like a second mom and has always been there for me, my hubby, and my kids!  I wanted to honor her on this special day.

My sweet friend and former La-La Land sister, Kristine, made a Stand Up Card and I was tempted to try it out.  Click {HERE} to see Kris' post.  She also gives a tutorial as well.  Thanks Kris!  You are an inspiration to me with all your wonderful projects! 

This card is kept very simple.  I wanted Marci to be the focal point with little distraction.  I didn't add too many embellishments, besides a few butterflies, flourishes, and a bow.

Here's the top view of the Stand Up Card.  I tweaked the measurements on my card so that I could fit the frame around Darling Marci.

That's it!  Thank you for stoppin' by!  HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!

EXTRA, EXTRA! Some news over at La-La Land Crafts!

The National Scrapbooking Day is just around the corner and we would like to celebrate it with a CONTEST over at La-La Land Crafts Blog!! All you have to do is create a project other than a card with our stamps.  We are looking for different projects including, but not limited to Scrapbooking Layouts, Decorative Items, Altered Items, 3D projects, etc.  Anything but a card!!

We will pick THREE winners for this Contest!!!

1st Place - $50 credit to our store

2nd Place - $25 credit

and 3rd place - $10 credit

This Contest will run through May 7th. We will announce the winners on May 9th.

In addition to our contest, we have a Buy Three Get One FREE Sale!

From today until May 7th, when you buy three or more stamps from our online store at www.lalalandcrafts.com and/or at http://lalalandcrafts.blogspot.com/p/news-flash.html, you will receive a *FREE stamp of your choice.

*Please state your FREE stamp selection in the comments section upon checkout.

*Free stamp must be of equal or lesser value. Digis excluded.

Last, but not least, Irina, owner of La-La Land Crafts, is having a Design Team Call.  If you are interested in designing for La-La Land Crafts, check out the details {HERE}.  The call will be open till May 18th.

Thanks for stopping by!

You make me smile!

Hi there! I've got a quick post and a card to share with y'all! 

Here is Capri Marci.  I just luv her casualness and laid back style.  I suppose that's why I went with this simple and laid back card.  The doily has so much detail in it already, I didn't want to overdo it.

I colored her with copics and paper pieced her shirt.  A few pearls, some flowers, a button and floss . . . that's it!  :)  Be sure to check out the Online Store for your Marci and Luka's!  Thanks for stoppin' in.

Move over Chef Marci . . . Someone new is taking over the bakery!

Well, well.  I'm back with a La-La Land Crafts post. 

My son, along with the rest of the Kindergartners at his school, performed in a play/musical . . . Jack & the Beanstalk.  My son was a cook.  

His performance inspired me to create a card using Chef Marci & Amour Luka.  How did I use both images?  I altered the two images - - I wanted the chef's outfit without Marci's face/hair.  Amour Luka was the perfect fit with his long pants.    This is how it came out! 

Here's a closer look at Chef Luka.  I hope Irina, owner of La-La Land Crafts, would be proud of me that I created a "boy" chef.  :)

Well, my boy made me proud!  He had me beaming from ear to ear after watching him perform.  I hope this inspires you to create . . . have a great weekend! 

Challege:

Lollipop Crafts - Challenge #35 - Sketch

True Friendship Needs No Words . . .

Well, hello there!  I'm back to share another creation with you.  

I made a card using Sweetheart Marci.  Can you tell I went a little wild with all the hearts!  At first glance, the colors seem so patriotic . . . nothing wrong with that right?  The bold, rich reds and blues fit perfectly for Sweetheart Marci as she holds her strung hearts.  You'll be able to get her {HERE}. 

I colored Sweetheart Marci with Distress Inks and kept the layout pretty simple. 

Thanks for stoppin' by today.  If you get a chance, check out the LLLC Blog for more inspiration from the Design Team!  :)  Have a happy Saturday!

Delivering Birthday Wishes & a giveaway . . .

Good day La-La fans!  Hope you're having a great Saturday!   I'm sure you already know about the giveaway that Irina has posted about on the LLLC Blog.  If not, where have you been?  Irina is giving away 12 Sketch Copic Markers.  Click {HERE} for the details on how to be entered for the drawing!

Now on to my card.  I used Fancy Dress Marci today.  There's an innocence about her that I luv!  I decided to make a birthday card . . . I'm always in need of them.  It was so much fun to make given I had a theme going here.  Can you guess?  I went postal!  What a great way to deliver some birthday wishes!   

Thanks for visiting!

Sittin' here thinking of you . . .

I hope you're having a pleasant Saturday!  I'm here to share with you a card I made using Capri Marci.  She is part of the Playtime Collection which you can purchase {HERE}. 

Simple and to the point . . . I reckon I achieved that! 

Along with this card, I made a little gift bag using my Sizzix Bigz XL Bag w/ Scallops.  Just add some candies or some other goodies inside and it will surely put a smile on any one's face! 

Be sure to check out the LLLC Blog for a whole lot of inspiration by the Design Team!   Thanks for visiting and have yourselves a great weekend!

Wonderful Things . . .

Hello people!  Boy, has life been nuts around here!  My son had Spring Break last week -- in the midst of trying to get things done during that time, he got sick.  Then, my hubby got sick . . . and what do you know?  I got sick over the weekend.  Our Spring Break wasn't so fun, just trying to recover.  Now, my poor baby is sick.  Praying everyone stays healthy!  :)

On to my post.  Here is my card for La-La Land Crafts.  Meet Dress Up Marci.  She is one of 3 new images that's been released.  You can find her {HERE} for purchase. 

I could totally picture myself trying to dress up like my mom as a youngster.  I used to try on her heels and walk around the house like a grown-up.  Oh, the wonderful things in life!  I paper pieced her and used my copics to create shadows on her hat and dress.

Here's a closer look.

Thanks for stoppin' in!  I have more in store for you next week!  I've been busy, busy, busy creating . . . stay tuned if you wanna know what's stirring in my pot.  No, it's not chicken noodle soup for our colds!  :)  It's something much more delicious!

Hey HOT STUFF!

It's Saturday and time for a La-La Land Crafts post.  I hope you have a hanky in hand to wipe away your sweat . . . some HOT STUFF is coming your way!  :)  It's Fireman Luka, one of  3 new images released this week!  You can get him in digi form {HERE}.  Don't worry, you will be able to get him in rubber real soon.

I jumped at the opportunity to create with this hunk because my hubby is a firefighter.  If you're not familiar with the Honolulu Fire Department's firetrucks, you'll be surprised that our trucks are YELLOW, not red.  As you can see, Fireman Luka is dressed just as a HFD firefighter would be dressed . . . blue shirt tucked inside his yellow turnouts.  He wears black boots and a black helmet.  Yes, the straps holding up his pants are red. 

I thought I'd create a little scene for him.  He's right on time to put that fire out! 

Here's a close-up of Fireman Luka along with his trusted pal, Tuffy.  Check out his pants . . . I sponged some Tim Holtz Pumice Stone Distress Ink to create the BLACK SOOT from firefighting.  Too funny!  :)

That's it for me!  Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!

SPICING Up Your Birthday!

Happy Saturday!  Before I get started with this post, I just want to offer a prayer to the people of Japan after the devastating earthquake followed by a massive tsunami.  I do have family that reside there and I'm happy to report that all are well.  Hawai`i was put on alert.  We were all bracing for what was to come and thankfully we're all okay. 

Now, on to my card.  I used Sugar n' Spice Marci.  The moment I saw her, I think about {BIRTHDAYS}.  You can get her over at the La-La Land Crafts Online Store, {HERE}.  I punched out this cupcake border (EK Success) and added hearts to the cupcakes.  The hearts came from the Magnolia DooHickey Romantic Tag.  I just colored the hearts with my copic marker and added some Glossy Accents to give them a shiny appearance.

Here's the pull out tag with a sweet sentiment. 

A closer look at Sugar n' Spice Marci!

Thanks for stoppin' by!  Have a great weekend!  :)

Thinking of You . . .

I am happy to announce that I am back at La La Land Crafts.  Funny, I've been on maternity leave since the birth of my son last November.  He's been keeping me pretty busy (along with my other 2 munchkins), but La La Land has never been out of my thoughts.  I couldn't wait to hop back on the team and start creating with such wonderful images of Marci and Luka.   

Meet Fancy Dress Marci.  I just luv this sweet image and her dress reminds me of my childhood days.  The heart shaped doily frames Marci perfectly.  You'll never guess it . . . I actually cut out the insides of the doily.  The paper was too pretty to cover up.

Now here is the reason for my short term leave.  Ain't he the cutest thing you've ever laid eyes on?  :)  Ha, I'm just bias 'cause he's MINE, ALL MINE!  Asa is nearing 4 months and is growing up way too fast.  I just luv that smile!  He's always happy, content, and mellow . . . just the way I like it! 

Thanks for stoppin' by!  Have a great weekend people!

A Short Term Farewell and a Votive . . .

Hey Gang!  Don't let the title of this post scare you.  Although this is my last post for La-La Land Crafts Blog, I'll be back at some point.  My farewell is for a short time since I'm awaiting the arrival of my little guy.  Like I said, I wanted to go out with a BANG with this post.  I hope you'll stick with me because I have lots of photo shots to share with you!

For my project, I made a Votive Card using a tea light.  I saw this on Splitcoaststampers some time ago and thought I'd give it a try.  I made this Votive Card two-sided . . . one in a Halloween theme and the other in a Christmas theme.

Here's the  Halloween theme featuring Pumpkin Marci and Witch Marci. 

Got Candy? 

Witch Marci is just flying by to say "HI"!

Now here's the Christmas themed side featuring Santa Marci, Caroling Luka, and Winter Marci.

Ho, Ho, Ho . . . Merry Christmas!

Walking in a Winter Wonderland!

This is the top view looking down on the tea light.

I wanted to show what the Votive Card looks like with the lights dimmed and the tea light on. 

How did I make this card?  Here's the dimensions . . .

I cut a piece of CS at 8-1/2" x 12".  On the 8-1/2" side, I scored the CS in half at 4-1/4".  Turn the CS around to the 12" side and score at 3", 6", and 9".  Using an Exacto knife, cut on the score line from the 3" mark to 9" mark.  This will give you an opening for the tea light.  Decorate as you wish and adhere the two ends shut.  You can make the dimensions any size you want, it's totally up to you.  I hope my directions make sense . . . I'm not good at tutorials.  You can actually fold up this Votive Card and tie a ribbon around it to give as a gift. 

Well, I hope you enjoyed this project as much as I enjoyed making it.  I know I'll keep this out in the next couple of months.  Be sure to visit the Online Store to get your Marci & Luka stamps.  They are perfect for the upcoming holidays!  Thanks again for all your support and I'll definitely keep you updated on the "boss"!

Wintery Christmas Wishes . . .

Are you thinking about Christmas?  Halloween isn't quite here yet, but I've been seeing so many Christmas cards and projects popping up these days.  I have to admit, I started on my Christmas projects back in September and I'm still not done.  I'm getting there though.

I created a card today using La-La Land Crafts newly released Winter Marci.  She is such a sweetheart and I just luv her wintery outfit. 

Here she is up close.  I added pearls for her buttons and snowflakes to the center of the flowers.

Well, I have an announcement to make.  I will be taking a leave from La-La Land Crafts Blog.  No, not for good . . . just a maternity leave.  :)  I'm hoping to continue to create for Irina and for La-La Land Crafts once things settle down and the family is in a routine.  So with that being said, I'm gonna do something a little special for my next weeks post and go out with a BANG!  Come back okay?  :)

Witches Brew

It's Saturday . . . I hope you enjoyed the La-La Land Crafts Blog Hop with our latest release of Caroling Luka, Santa Marci and Skating Marci. 

Now I can share with you my Witch Marci card.  I had her colored up and set in a card for a while now.  She had to be patient and wait her turn to be seen and here she is!  She is about to stir some Witch brew or some kind of magic potion.

Here's a close up . . . I added a beauty mark to Witch Marci's left check.  Well, Halloween is just around the corner and my kids are definitely getting excited about dressing up. 

Be sure to check out the La-La Land Crafts Online Store!  Thanks for stoppin' in!  :)

Happy Birthday Kim!

Oh, yet another birthday to celebrate!  This one is for Kim of Kimbee's Creations . . . Kim is such a sweet, giving and talented crafter!  I'm so glad to say that my friendship with Kim started early on in my blogging adventure maybe about a year ago.  I get the privilege of being on La-La Land Crafts Blog Design Team along side her . . . she's amazing!  La-La Land Crafts Blog has put together a Walk of Fame for Kim showcasing all of her wonderful creations she done as a DT member.  Click {HERE} to go directly to the LLLC and leave her some luv!  Better yet, click {HERE} and leave her some birthday wishes on her blog! 

Happy Birthday friend!  Wishing you many more blessed birthdays and that you'll enjoy your special day . . . just for YOU!