thinking out loud...

Contemplating a turkey picata for dinner tonight. january's martha stewart living has a recipe for chicken with lemon butter sauce, which sounds pretty close to a picata just minus the capers, but they have it served over raw spinach. that sounds really good right now...

Buterfly Crafts challenge 25 is up and sponsored by The Sampler!

Its all about the kids over there this month! Your kids, your grandkids, nieces, nephews, the kids who throw baseballs through your windows... KIDS! Wander over to Butterfly Crafts and scrap what the kids in your life love to do for a chance to win a nice bundle from The Sampler!

you know when you've got the right one...

 

We got our tree a couple weeks ago. The boy was stoked. Since then all I hear about is how Christmas is candy. serious.

sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

ps. why are glasses of wine always poured so small in the movies?!!?!?!? pfft.

holiday inspirations...

my love of woodgrain patterned papers made me post this.... super cute! super easy!

Cosmo Cricket Holiday Tins




ok. back to making merry....

The Sampler makes its debut!

I have been looking forward to this day a lot longer than its been part of my reality. My hours are getting longer, but the rewards are only getting richer. Today is The Sampler's debut of its very 1st kit: December Delights. I've been working on projects and, so far, i've created this guy:

this layout came to me quickly once i read the quote on the cardstock...

ok, its late. i really just wanted to share the start of this roller coaster as we started to gather momentum. happy launch day everyone!
sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

its been a while...

 

was just working on some photos and found this one. dont let the innocent look deceive you...

new sketch challenge!

I put up a new sketch challenge over at The Crop Spot earlier today and managed to make a couple takes on this one. I just wanted to share some of the details shots here with you guys, because, well, they're neat! I adore combining thickers any way i can and is tim holtz's "broken china" crackle paint
fabulous or what?

anywho, back to attacking the internets!
sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

2010 Wall Calendar with Dawn

 

Date: Monday Sept. 28
Date: Monday Oct. 26
Time: 6-8pm
Fee: $40 (includes both classes)
Join Dawn for a few hours and create an amazing wall calendar to keep for yourself or give away as a Christmas gift. Our calendars were very popular last year, so Dawn has come up with a creative and colorful calendar for you to put together using paper, ribbons, stickles, die cuts and more! Make one for yourself, your spouse or Grandma and Grandpa. You are sure to get several compliments on your amazing calendar.

The class will be split into two evenings to give you plenty of time to put together your calendar and if time permits you can even lay down your pictures. **September 28th we will complete January through June and October 26th we will complete July through December.

All materials will be included and pre-cut (with the exception of papers used to mount photos). Students will need to bring their own adhesive (tape runner style) and glue dots.

There are a limited number of calendars available, so sign-up soon.

If you are unable to attend the classes, kits will be available after October 1st.


if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

Boo Card Make & Take

 

Date: Oct. 20
Time: 12-1pm
Fee: FREE!!
Say BOO to a friend with a cute card using Cricut pumpkin and spider die cuts.

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

organizing thursday...

I dedicated a large portion of today to the search for items to assist in the endless task of organizing my craft space and now the store. Actually, i was searching for a desk for husband, but that was a horrible failure. I'm sure i will end up going to the over priced furniture store that is in santa cruz and spend way more than i planned, but we will also have that desk forever and ever so it ends up being worth it, right? stupid grown up junk!

anywho, so whilst i was looking for something to help husband out, i remembered the set of shelves directly behind me at my desk. (oh, there are more equally messy shelves in a little closet by the garage in which i have planted my holly* flag and claimed as my own, but these are current crap, erm product that i'm working with...)

This is the image that i remembered... actually, i pictured more glitter,
but thats just a mental thing....


so, i gave in. I bought an expedit unit. but i only got the medium one.

I figured i would lay it on its side and use the top for storage too. its a little long and going to stick out a bit, BUT i already have crap blocking part of the walkway, so what'a a little more, right?


OK, now i go and try to con the manny into building my shelf so i can keep my organizing thursday mojo going. that and i need to finish writing a newsletter.... hum... anywho, hope all is well!

OH YEA! check out jane's latest blog post over at SBSRUS!!! Super cute embellishments!!!

actual photos AND a challenged!!!

Hey! I finally have some photos of a couple things i've made in the past few days. I really do need to get better at taking photos of my stuff again. a lot goes out, but pratically nothing gets posted. anywho, photos!!!

Last year's pumpkin carving. something i'm really looking forward to again this year! well, the pumpkins were neat, but roasting the pumpkin seeds afterwards was awesome!

This is a layout about a goat. really. thats all. i have no idea what this goat represents other than it was part of my family's farm at some point in time.

just because i've had a couple people as about it, i made the flowers with a 10 seconds studio mold, cut the flowers out and inked with rust, espresso, and butterscotch alcohol inks. i also did the crystals in the background with butterscotch and meadow alcohol inks. OH! and those stitches and that peak of a doily are new from hambly. I already know the stitches are going to make it into the debut kit for The Sampler. Anywho....

btw, i did these as samples for the 1st challenge at SBSRUS. Check it out!

Dont forget, the DT call is still open and rockin&rollin, so if you havent checked out yet, head HERE and get to work!!!

ok, i think its stew for dinner so i need to get to work on that now. its gloomy and fabulous here. yes, it is possible to get sick of the sun sometimes. i plan to take full advantage of this rainy day. hope everyone is enjoying their day as much as i plan to...

pretty umbrellas & dry socks,
holly*

the day has finally come...

i just posted the DT call for the kit club. I'm giddy almost. it makes it more real as i am able to get more people involved in it. WEEEEE....

Linkie here!

go check it out and apply for the DT. We really are looking for a wide range of creative people to design for us. ok, now to see if i can sneak a little sleep in...

hope everyone has a neat-o tuesday.

sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

"If you don't learn Hebrew, you won't be barmitzvah’ed and, if you're not barmitzvah’ed, I'll die of embarrassment!"

so, tonight we're doing a bar mitzvah for a little 13 year old (no shit...) girl at the Menlo Circus Club. Want to know a little more about this "Circus Club"? Here's what their website says about them:

In 1920, a group of young girls gathered on an Atherton estate to play and ride their ponies. As young children will, these girls formed a "club" and decided to give a circus for the enjoyment of their parents, friends and neighbors. Mrs. W. B. Weir, the mother of one of the girls, suggested that the proceeds of this circus be given to the Stanford Convalescent Home (now called Children's Hospital at Stanford). The first circus was held in the summer of 1920 on the W. B. Weir property at Middlefield Road and Glenwood Avenue. Youngsters performed on their ponies and horses while others brought pet cats, goats and dogs which they had taught to do stunts. The first circus raised $500 for the Stanford Convalescent Home.

The following year, the circus grew. Adults promoted the circus into a social event, drawing people from as far north as San Francisco and as far south as San Jose. The third year, the circus became even larger, as did the social event, and it became obvious to parents the circus had outgrown the two fields. In the fall of 1922, land was purchased for the development of Menlo Circus Club, which was incorporated the following year.

Over the years, the Club has been the scene of outstanding horse shows, polo matches, swimming events, tennis tournaments and gala parties. The Children's Hospital at Stanford continues to hold their annual horse show and party, Tally-Ho, on the Club's grounds. While the present Menlo Circus Club has evolved from its simple family beginnings--children's parties, family picnics, trail rides, etc.--it has always been and continues to be a family club.


Simple family beginnings and children's parties? How about an 80+ kid extravaganza (no to mention the parents...) with photo booths, djs and i dont know what else...

Should be fun.... In honor of tonight, how about we learn a few yiddish phrases:

A gezunt ahf dein kop! - Good health to you (lit., Good health on your head)
A klog iz mir! - Woe is me!
A maidel mit a vayndel - A pony-tailed nymphet.
A shtyfer mogn - Constipated
Choleryeh - Cholera; a curse, plague
Ess, bench, sei a mensch - Eat, pray, don't act like a jerk!

Anywho, hope everyone is having a super saturday and mazel tov!
holly*

Michael Strong 4 Seasons

 

There is only one session left and only a couple spaces!!!

Date: Saturday Oct 10
Time:6-8pm

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

well, poop.

ok. my hyper organization fails me. i have a few more details to work on before i can get the DT call out there into the world. last night i got distracted by actual crafting projects *gasp* and didnt harass the appropriate people. But all is well. This is why i left plenty of grace period to give everyone who wanted to apply enough time to work on their application. BUT i would like to share a couple of the things i was working on last night. Among other things, i was working on some christmas cards. I dont get the feeling that any of these are "done" yet, but i think they're all good starts.


.
(sorry about the horrible flash, but i was having a hard time getting the detail to show)




anywho, i'm off to work on that project list i made yesterday. have a super thursday everyone!

sunchine&bunnies,
holly*

and then september was over...

omg. my head is spinning. so many super awesome things are in the works these day. I litterally have a headache from the ideas trying to sneak out. Lucky for me, I have sticky notes in bulk... and caffine. magic. As usual, the SBSRUS blog is zooming along. I expect a new giveaway to pop up there in a couple days. This weekend i have a full day of action packed classes. Officially SBSRUS will be releasing a kit club just in time for the holidays. Super excited about putting that together, gathering a team and providing the most way rad kits out there! Unofficially, we have amazing classes and events planned for next year along with maybe even a digital line and omg so much more. See! Head! Spinning!!! WEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!

so, i totally wrote that last week and ran out of time to post, but i'm back for a couple minutes and working on the final details of our DT call that should go out TOMORROW!!! eep!

ok, while i sit her and panic for a few minutes, how about a few photos of a couple new sassafras monstrosity projects?








ok, panic mode complete. back to work. i hope everyone has a wonderful wednesday!
sunshine & bunnies,
holly*

Quick & Simple Halloween Cards with Lisa

 

Date: Oct. 3
Time:10:30-11:30
Fee: $15
All materials provided and
class kits will be available
for $2 after the class

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

One hour layout with ME!

Date: Sept. 26
Time: 11-12pm
Fee: $15
Teacher: Holly
Inspired by designer Irene Tan, Holly has recreated this acrylic layout with loads of simple yet beautiful details. Learn how to use rub-ons and distress stickles on an acrylic sheet for a more dramatic effect. We will also use several different types of embellishments such as ribbons, metal brads, clear stickers, and bling so for those of you who are looking for ways to enhance your pages, this is a great way to try out a bunch of different products!
**Students are asked to bring their favorite fine tipped scissors, adhesive and (1) 4x6” photo to this class. This layout and some techniques cannot be completed without the photo. Photos can be printed at Memories Live On for a minimal printing fee.





if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

2010 Wall Calendar with Dawn

 

Date: Monday Sept. 28
Date: Monday Oct. 26
Time: 6-8pm
Fee: $40 (includes both classes)
Join Dawn for a few hours and create an amazing wall calendar to keep for yourself or give away as a Christmas gift. Our calendars were very popular last year, so Dawn has come up with a creative and colorful calendar for you to put together using paper, ribbons, stickles, die cuts and more! Make one for yourself, your spouse or Grandma and Grandpa. You are sure to get several compliments on your amazing calendar.

The class will be split into two evenings to give you plenty of time to put together your calendar and if time permits you can even lay down your pictures. **September 28th we will complete January through June and October 26th we will complete July through December.

All materials will be included and pre-cut (with the exception of papers used to mount photos). Students will need to bring their own adhesive (tape runner style) and glue dots.

There are a limited number of calendars available, so sign-up soon.

If you are unable to attend the classes, kits will be available after October 1st.


if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

Thats the TIcket! with ME!

Date: Sept.26
Time: 1-4pm
Fee: $35
Race through this mini album featuring a wide selection of the fabulous Tim Holtz product line. Learn techniques using alcohol inks, distress inks, perfect pearls and MORE! This will be an action packed, fast paced class, so come prepared!!!
No Kits Available.
Teacher recommends bringing your favorite adhesive and craft/xacto knife so you don’t have to wait for these tools during the class.
**actual product in class kit may vary slightly from class sample


if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

october's 1hour layout class sneakie peakie

 

those messy hands from yesterday were working on this. love doing technique classes especially when a beautiful (and affordable) layout result from the class. will post when i have more details!!!

happy tuesdays!!
sunshine&bunnies,
holly*

For Irene....

 

I just wanted to make her smile with my messy hands. I hope you have a much better day Irene!!!!

sunshine & bunnies,
holly*


ps. can also be used for color swatches for glimmer mist...

pssssssst... my hands have been washed already in this photos... TWICE.

Friends Flower Mini Album with Sandy

Date: Sept. 23
Time: 6:30-8:30
Fee: $25
Teacher: Sandy
Summer has been a great time spent with friends. Sandy will show you how to make this chipboard mini album featuring the Sweetie Pie line from Best Creations . You will have the necessary supplies (precut) to make this unique flower shaped album. Please bring your roll adhesive, glue, fine point Sharpie pen, white gel pen (Signo), Small precision point scissors, craft knife, foam dots (important), glue dots, sandpaper, distress ink (Tim Holtz Vintage Photo). Note: photos are not necessary to complete this album.

if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!

i've got big balls & she's got big balls....

so that is exactly how i started my morning. Well, getting into my car and blaring it actually on my way to get the poodle a poddlie hair cut. i need a hair cut come to think of it. anywho, on to more importants business.


how, um, awesome(???) is this?!?!?! A little screen in a magazine!?!??! I dont know that i neccesssarily want these in my magazines, BUT could you imagine the possibilities in scrapbooking!?!?!? that just insane! I can see it now, embellish around the VIDEO of that wild weekend in vegas, the father daughter dance at your wedding, your child's 1st steps, etc...

anywho, brain goes zoom!

BTW! Our random number was number 2 for my latest ultra mini, ultra cute giveaway! CONGRATULATIONS NORMA KENNEDY!! hopefully, by now, i have sent you and email and your postcard of cutiepatootieness is on its way!!!!

so, i hope everyone is having a swell friday. i have tons of projects to finish and/or share with you guys! As a warning, i have a lot of giveaways coming up here and at the SBSRUS Crop Spot, so check both often!!!!

sunshine & bunnies,
holly*

Slider Cards Repeated! with Anita

Date: Sept. 20
Time:11-1pm
Fee: $25
Teacher: Anita
I'm back for an encore, but with a slightly different look. These slider cards are fun and challenging to make, and even more exciting to receive. Surprise your friends and yourself with these slider cards!
Bring with you:
a paper trimmer
bone folder
sharp small cutting scissors
favorite adhesive
favorite 3x5 photo (optional)




if you're in the bay area and would like to take the class contact:
Memories Live On
10191 S. DeAnza Boulevard
Cupertino, CA 95014
(1 block south of Stevens Creek Blvd)
Phone: 408-446-9901

*kits may be available for those unable to attend. call the store for more information!