Scrapping Everyday Miracles - September

Like the case has been this year, I stalk my favourite challenge blogs but never seem to get the chance to join in... Today however I had the opportunity to get some crafting done, so went straight for the fun and bubbly papers I picked up on Friday, that I think will fit the Scrapping Everyday Miracles  layout and card challenges perfectly this month.. :) 

Layout sketch

LAUGH

This layout is empty of photos at the moment, however it will feature a photo of Hunter and I having a giggle during some "selfies" before bedtime..   The photo will be cropped and cut down to fit onto the page.

Card

I then made a card using their sketch with the same "Cherry Blossom" collection from Kaiser.. 

I had so much fun making these creations and am so relieved to have finally been able to join in at least one the challenge blogs that I love so much.. Thanks for visiting, hope to see you back again soon.. Toni.. :) 

Acetate Exploding Photo box for Hunter

Crazy Kid

After having so much fun creating my first Acetate Exploding box, I knew I just had to make a boy themed one.. Hunter seemed to really like the first one, so thought it would be a nice idea to make this one especially for him.. 

 It features many photos of him from some special moments throughout the first half of this year.. I have done alot of journaling too, making it a very interactive box for him to proudly play with.. 

The background / the first layer of the box features his very first student award at school and his first "mini half time" game at the local AFL club.. Twice a year the little players get to show off their skills for a mini game during the half time break of the Seniors games.. 

The next layer showcases him receiving a special particiation trophy for his swimming.. All under 7s got a trophy for their efforts.. He is also showing off the cool as swim bag that his swim team win for the most points in the club challenges.. 

The photo of the right was taken at his first ANZAC day march.. 

Next is the final layer.. It features a photo of Hunter in the hospital ER from when he fell off the fort at school and cut the back of his head open.. It was quite a distressing incident, but he came out the otherside quite fine.. :) 

Then lastely is his very proud photo of showing off his beloved SIPAHH straws.. He LOVES these flavoured milk straws.. And is very excitingly now a part of their Sipahh Kids club.. 

The papers I have used are all from Coco Vanilla.. I absolutely love their collections and think it is absolutely wonderful to have another Aussie paper manufacturer! 

All of the chipboard have come from Memory Maze.. They have been painted and inked. One of the best things about Memory Maze, is that they package the chipboard so generously. So I get to use some of the chipboard on several different projects before I run out of that product.

Memory Maze products used; 

Crazy Kid

Stars Multi pkt 5 

Chicken Wire large

Cogs  

I love Footy

Birthday goodies for a friend

Recently a friend of mine celebrated ber 30th birthday with a truly lovely dinner at a local restaurant.

As her gift, I did up the favours and centerpieces for her..

The only requirements that I was given were LOTS OF CHOCOLATE and for PINK to be included in the colour scheme..   So I hope that I have done justice with these.. :) 

The Wine Glasses have Washi tape that match the Ferroro Rochers and some pink ribbon around the stem.. The top has the pink ribbon wrapped around it with a Thank You tag attached.. 

The glasses were a little more simple.. The Washi and ribbon were all wrapped around just above center of the glass.. 

The centerpiece is a small glass milk/water bottle.. I unattached the top lid thingy and wound a very long length of ribbon it.. It is filled with M&M's.. The base is very simply a Cake base and some gourmet chocolates..  

 I also made a special signature shadow box frame for all the guests to either write a message or just their name on.. 

Again, I stuck to the same ribbon as I used on the other projects..  

I used a silver piece of card making paper for the backing of the frame.. Then used a Heart punch and some glue.. Because it is a shadow box, the edges of the hearts can be raised for a 3D effect.. 

I would love for you to drop by my Facebook Crafting page some time.. I try to keep it updated in real time as much as possible.. No buying, just for inspirational ideas and projects.. 

Fairy Acetate Exploding Box

I'm here today to share with you a project inspired by a fantastic creation I found via Pinterest..  -- https://www.pinterest.com/pin/288652657345273814/   It is a stunning Acetate Exploding box with a Christmas theme.. 

Well as soon as I saw it, I knew I wanted to have a go!! I'm not quite into the Christmas themed projects just yet myself (soon though I'm sure). So I decided to make this creation FOR ME! I pulled out my Fairy papers and had a blast! 

The papers are from an old Kaiser collection.. (I know there is a brand spanking new Fairy collection coming out in a couple of weeks from Kaiser, I'm so ridiculously excited!!!!! lol..) 

Anyway, I went into my room and looked through my own collection of hundreds of Fairies to find just the right one to fit and suit this box.. I love this September Fairy (my birthday is mid-September) and it works perfectly for this project.. 

Unlike normal Exploding boxes, I have not layered the outer panels.. Instead the sides are only single sheeted..  Due to the Acetate being clear, I'm able to position the Fairy and to create a little background for her to sit in front of.. 

This was my very first Exploding box style card that I had made and I had so much fun with it!! I have since made a special one for Hunter that will be a part of my upcoming Memory Maze DT post release.. So make sure you check back for that! :) 

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I would love for you to join me over on my facebook crafting page..
It is definitely the best place to keep updated with my creations, mostly in real time..

Easy "walk out the door" child card

Recently my ready-to-go stash seems to have demenished.. So therefore I am finding mysely having to quickly create a card when I'm about to "walk out the door" to the event.. 

This one is a cute little one that was made up for one of Hunter's friends birthday.. 

Just remember that simple cards are always appreciated just as much as over the top or overly done cards... There is no right or wrong with cards made especially for someone, so if you don't have the confidence or time, you DO still have the ability to make something easy and simple that the receiver will love.. :) 

I would love for you yo drop by my facebook crafting page when you have a chance.. I keep my creations updated on there in real time.. 

https://www.facebook.com/scrapcrazy.customcreations.  

Thanks, Toni.. 

Butterfly Dreams

So glad to have you back today folks.. As promised yesterday, I will be sharing with you the second layout of the "IT IS OK TO SCRAP YOURSELF" DT post using Memory Maze chipboard. 

Butterfly Dreams

This layout has just myself in the photo. 

The chipboard has been used in a completely different way now. This page features the chippie as the hero, is being surrounded by flowers, washi tape and some micro beads. 

Unfortunately the photo doesn't do it justice, but the chipboard is coloured by a Silver Alcohol ink. I love that stuff because I don't have to prep the chipboard with anything for it to shine it's true stunning colour. Such a shame it doesn't come through on the photo though. 

Memory Maze products used; 

Butterfly Dreams

Stencil - used to make silver leaves under the large flowers.

Thank you very much for dropping by, I hope you have found some inspiration to scrap yourself! 

Timeless layout - Lane and myself

Hello scrapping friends... I'm here to tell you, IT IS OK TO SCRAP YOURSELF! 

So many of us today tend to forget about our own photos when crafting. We'll lean towards our children, partners, parents and even our pets without giving it a second thought. But when it comes to using our own photo we always seem to pass on it for some reason.  Well not any longer! 

Timeless with Lane

This layout includes a gorgeous photos of myself and my big boy Lane. Although it's not the most in focus photo, I still adore it! 

The chipboard pieces are being used along with the flowers and metal embellishments to create some clusters all over the page. All of the chipbpard pieces have been either inked or painted. The frames have been layered on the page after being cut from a 12x12 pattern paper sheet. 

Memory Maze products used; 

Many Hearts 

Mirco Feathers

Lots more Butterflies small

Keys Locks and Knockers

Come back tomorrow to see the second layout I made for my DT post.. 

Instead of the chipboard being the embellishment supporting pieces, it is the highlight and hero of the page.. :)