SURPRISE . . . What a surprise indeed!

Hey all!  Wow, I sure had a long, busy weekend, but very well spent with family and friends.  As the weeks go by and I'm soon approaching the arrival of Baby #3, life just seems to get busier.  There's so much going on in our family and we've been having to make some major adjustments.  We just take a day at a time and take whatever comes our way.

This past Saturday, I was to attend a gathering with the Tamiko's Creative Team to discuss "business", hangout, and eat.  What I didn't know was that the "business" portion was actually a SURPRISE BABY SHOWER!  OMGoodness!  The girls really blew me away . . . here are some pictures of the day.

Michelle of Mushi's Creative Inspirations made these favors.  She made chocolate covered Oreos and they were yummy!  :)  Michelle even made some with zoo animals on them!  Thank you so much!

Joy of A Place To Be Me put together this Diaper Cake.  I can't believe how much cuteness oozes out of this cake and can't bring myself to take it apart.  Thank you Joy for hosting the SURPRISE Shower at your house and for organizing this special day!  BIG HUGS 2 U!

The generosity and kindness my creative buddies have shown me has literally knocked me off my feet.  Look at all the wonderful gifts Baby Boy is receiving.  Not only that, he's receiving so much LUV from all his aunties!  :)  Thank you ladies for all you've done to pull this off and for the special gifts and cards I will forever cherish. 

Okay, in honor of me and me trying to stay anonymous, the girls and I had to do the One-Eyed-Willy!  We had so much fun talking, laughing, eating, playing games (woohoo Kyoko!  2 thighs!  hee, hee), and just enjoying each others company. 

In all seriousness, here's a group shot of the Creative Team.  Missing from the party was our "BOSS", Tamiko.  Missed you girlfriend! 

How do I put it into words the feelings I have inside for these wonderful bunch of ladies?  I can't, but you can sure imagine it!  I've met most through the world of blogging and yet it amazes me at how our passion for crafting has lead to such personal friendships.  Luv you all!  I am truly BLESSED!  :)

Top (L to R): Cami, Janis, Teri, Joy, Kyoko, Joni, Joni's DD1 & DD2, Michelle, and Michelle's DD.

Bottom (L to R):  Joy's DD, Linda, me, Jodi.

Deliciously Sweet!

It's me again!  La-La Land Crafts and its owner, Irina, have been stirring up the batter.   Irina, along with her partner in crime, Eric, have been conjuring up such cute and adorable images for you all!  Stay tuned because you'll be seeing a whole lot more real soon!

I've got a SWEET card to share with you today . . . here is Super Cupcake Marci!  :) 

I recently bought the EK Success Cupcake punch and had to use it with Super Cupcake Marci.  Does she and the cupcakes look scrumptious? 

There she is sporting her cute outfit!  Makes me wanna save the world or better yet, EAT!   You can get her along with her partner in crime, Super Star Luka at the Online Store.  Thanks for stoppin' in!

Tamiko's Thursday Teaser - Bling, Brads, and Buttons Assignment!

Happy Thursday Tamiko fans!  Yes, it is Tamiko's Thursday Teasers.  Before I begin, did y'all create something for the on-going challenge?  Click {HERE} for the details --- the challenge ends September 30th, today, and the winner wins a Sweet Anya stamp for FREE!  :)

Ok, the CT's assignment for this week was to create a card using BLING, BRADS, & BUTTONS!  That's ALL 3 items on one card!  Boy, oh boy . . . I didn't think I could possibly add all 3 but had a light bulb moment.  Here's what I came up with:

I used Creeper Thursday.  Her kitty cat hat had button eyes so I added 2 real buttons there.  One down . . .  2 more to go!  Then I thought that I could add a square brad to her belt buckle.  That's two down . . . 1 to go!  Lastly, I just added brown gem blings to the centers of the flowers . . . ALL 3 items taken care of!  I did it!

Here's a closer look at all of my 3 items on one card!

I just got my Labels 14 nesties and had to try them out.   It's been such a long time since I've entered in any challenges and thought I'd submit this one.  This card was based on a sketch challenge over at 2 Sketches 4 You - Kazan's Sketch 62.   The challenge is to use a decorative edge on your card.

Don't forget to check out Tamiko's Online Store for some great deals!  Thanks again for stoppin' in!