Foxy Valentine

A friend asked me if I had any ideas for a cute Fox inspired Valentine.  

The truth is, I was kind of begging for someone to ask me for help, since little K and I no longer make class valentines (Elementary School parties were the best).

I came up with this Pink Foxy Valentine Treat Bag.

It is made from cardstock cut out pieces (I used several colors of pink plus white), and a poly bag secured inside to hold a sweet treat.

She has a dimensional tail attached to back, a pretty pink bow by her ear, and black sparkle beady little eyes.

 

We filled her belly with marshmallows.

You can download the FREE Foxy Valentine pattern here. 

I would love to see your version of this Foxy Valentine, so be sure to share in the comments below.   

Ten on Ten: February

I'm happy to be playing along at a Bit of Sunshine for the Ten on Ten this month. 

It's been too long.  

My first time using phone pics only (the big camera is a little sad) but it was a busy day on the go and too hard to lug the DSL around. 

- Blueish skies after days of much needed rain - 

 - No School today so we made a trip to the donut shop for the sleepover girls - 

 - Fabric shopping. Didn't get these cuties but wish I did. Working on a different kind of project - 

 - Stop at the mailbox revealed more than just spring blooms - 

 - Is it bad that we purchased a painting just for inspiration for her Birthday Party? -

 - My daily commute to Little K's Ballet Class -  

 - Cotton Candy Frappe Bliss -  

 - The drive home - 

I'm sorry to say (in case you are counting) I didn't manage to get all 10 shots.  I'm a little rusty.  Hoping to do better next time.

How was your day?

A Year In Song

I am participating in a Weekly Photo Challenge Group at The Photographer Within this year.  

The Challenge is to take a photo every week prompted by the Lyrics of a Song. 

 (The song prompts are chosen by TPW team) 

WEEK 1/52

"Turn the clock to zero, honey.  We're starting up a brand new day."  

~ Sting

WEEK 2/52

"And when you smile the whole world stops and stares for awhile."  

~ Bruno Mars

WEEK 3/52

"it's like you're my mirror, my mirror staring back at me."

~ Justin Timberlake

WEEK 4/52

"Black as night, black as coal."

~ The Rolling Stones

WEEK 5/52

"I live for the applause."

~ Lady Gaga

I love the idea of spending more time with my camera again, but the members/participants of this group are hard core professional photogs - so it's pretty intimidating.  

Trying to remind myself:

"the only photographer I need to compare myself to is the  one I was yesterday". 

Project Life: Week 4

I feel like I am getting into a groove.  I'm finding a routine that works for me.  My goal is to be done and posted/blogged by Wednesday, even though I haven't made that schedule yet.

I think my downfall is that I'm not scheduling enough time on Mondays to work on Project Life.  I need to re-allocate time on my calendar.

The cards used this week were again from the Project Life Seafoam Core Kit and Studio Calico January Project Life Kit.

I am a big fan of Green and Orange (not just at Halloween time) so the colors in this layout make me happy. 

 

Left Hand Side of the Page.

 

Right Hand Side of the Page. 

 

Title Card using letter and number stickers, washi tape and jillibean soup labels.

 

I made a Flip Up Pocket showing several different views of an afternoon Shopping Trip with Little K. 

You can incorporate 3 different photos (or journaling) in the same space.

 

I made a "lift" tab from washi tape that I thought would show what to do.  My husband nearly tore the flap off as he tried to "pull"  the picture flap.  I'll be adding the words "lift" to that little washi tape tab.    

It's a great way to show the progression of a single event without taking up too many spots in your week.  

I first saw this idea from Barbara on Instagram.  She also did a tutorial on her blog.  

They are made using these clear adhesive backed flip pockets.  I should have thought thought it through a bit more before I stuck the flip pocket to the back of the page protector pocket.  It works great for this week, but in that spot next week (on the back side) you will be able to see the adhesive. 

Next time I'll get it right.  

I had some fun modifying one of the Seafoam 3 X 4 cards.  

The original card says "Remember This". 

I punched out just the word "this" and added some stickers to complete the phrase I wanted for this picture.  

I also used it on a picture of my husband.  I cut away the rest of the card and left a strip beneath the word "this" and again added my own phrase with stickers and embellishments.

(oops, looks like my picture is slipping out of the pocket - Hate when that Happens)

I wonder if this would be considered a Project Life Hack?