Father's Day by Cari Locken

Hi there!

Just wanted to share with you a card that I made for Father's Day. I love that we have a day set aside to celebrate & remember our Dads.

I love my Dad so much and he has been my biggest supportive since I was young. He's tender, strong and wise. I play piano and went through all the Royal Conservatory grades. After I finished an exam, then waited for my grade to come back my Dad would take me out on a date. Just the 2 of us! I loved those times so much as it made me feel so special.

Anyways, here's a card that I made for my Dad.

I stamped the sentiment using Black Stazon ink onto a transparency. I used an oval punch at the lower right corner of my card. I then cut it out into a square shape and adhered it to the inside of my card. I then adhered a scalloped oval punch (after punching out the inside) around the oval cut-out edges.

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Fiskars Border punch, EK Success (oval and scalloped oval punches), ribbon (Making Memories), Stamp (myStampBOX), transparency, StazOn Ink (black)

Happy Father's Day!!

Outdoor Activities by Cari Locken

Hi everyone!!

Ah, I'm just loving this beautiful weather that we've been having lately. And it makes me think of all the different outdoor activities that we do ... from bike riding, hiking, playing in the park, swimming, camping, walking at the beach, etc.

I've created a few layouts that fit with this theme. Hope you enjoy looking at that and I hope that you find some inspiration to create layouts about the activities that you love to do outdoors.

"Take a Hike"

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, die-cuts, chipboard, Glam Rocks), Core'dinations cardstock, EK Success border punch & photo corner punch, circle punches

"Outdoor Fun"

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, die-cuts, chipboard, Glam Rocks), Core'dinations cardstock, EK Success border punch & photo corner punch, circle punches

"Greatest Show Ever"

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, die-cut, Glam Rocks, chipboard), Core'dinations cardstock, Fiskars border punch, Cricut machine (used to cut scallop circle), corner rounded punch (EK Success)

"Simple Pleasures"

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (papers, stickers, rub-ons, ribbon, flowers), Basic Grey chipboard alphas, Fiskars border punch

"Nature"

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, die-cuts, Glam Rocks), Core'dinations cardstock, Cuttlebug embossing folder, Fiksars Border punch, EK Success label punch

"Great Outdoors"

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, die-cuts, chipboard, Glam Rocks), Core'dinations cardstock, Cuttlebug embossing folder, EK Success label punch, Divine Twine

"H2O .... Pure Bliss"

Supplies used: Paper Trunk (papers & alpha stickers), Core'dinations cardstock, EK Success label punch, Fiskars border punch

Thanks for stopping by and hope you're inspired to create pages about those outdoor activities that you love to take part in (or just watch!)

Happy NSD!!!!

Cari Locken

I scrapbook because I love to create. I love colors and have always loved paper. I’m thrilled that I can capture everyday moments & special memories on my camera and then preserve them through scrapbooking! I love this hobby!

I was asked to show my most “out-of-the-box” project … but I’m not sure that I really have one. Yes, I like to stay with what works for me. ;) But here’s a picture of a layout that was in the Spring 2010 Issue of Canadian Scrapbooker. We were challenged to use tissue paper.

My favourite organizational tip/item would have to be my Clip It Up. I love that thing (and wish I had another one as mine is VERY full)

Must have tool: I love my Imaginisce I-rock tool. I use it all the time to adhere the Imaginisce Glam Rocks and studs to my layouts, cards and projects!

My favorite manufacturer is Core’dinations Cardstock. I reach for this cardstock EVERY time I create a project. I can’t do anything without my cardstock!

All time favourite projects…

A layout:

A Card:

An Altered project:

Have a fabulous day!!!

Moms - by Cari Locken

I think that being a Mom is one of the toughest jobs around! I really do. I often wonder if I'm doing the right thing , teaching them the right values, I wish I had more patience and more time in the day to get everything done. But aside from all that, there are so many rewards of being a Mom. And I love that part!!

Today's challenge was to create something that had to do with Mom. I've learned a lot about being a mom from my own mother and I'm so thankful to her for that.

Here's a page about her.

Supplies used: Prism cardstock, Making Memories (patterned paper & black alpha stickers), Prima flowers, butterfly stamp (sorry, can't remember who makes that :( )

This is a real old layout but thought I'd still share it.

Supplies used: Basic Grey (papers, chipboard, alpha stickers, rub-ons), Heidi Swapp flowers, prima Flowers, Bazzill Basics cardstock.

This layout was from Mother's Day last year.

Supplies used: Bazzill Basics cardstock, Paper Trunk (papers, letter stickers, journal card), Prima rhinestone, Queen & Co pearls (turquoise), Tattered Angels glimmer mist

And this layout is from last Mother's Day as well however, I just created it last week.

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, anhor & journal stamp, ribbon, Glam Rocks (black & hearts) adhered with the i-rock tool), American Crafts Thickers, anchor paper piece (my own design), Cuttlebug embossing folder

I, too, want to wish you a Happy Mother's Day this coming Sunday. But first I hope that you all enjoy tomorrow - National Scrapbook Day!!!

Celebrations by Cari Locken

To be honest I have a hard time scrapbooking these kinds of events because I really prefer to scrapbook memories of my every day. I'm not sure why the "celebrations" photos are always hard for me to scrap ... probably because it's the same typical picture idea (i.e. cake, birthday person, presents, etc) and the lighting is never really that great.

But over the years I've tried to keep those photos up to date in my albums. Here's a few layouts that I will share.

Supplies: Imaginisce (papers, chipboard, irock tool and glam rocks), Core'dinations cardstock

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, rub-ons, chipboard, banner), Core'dinations cardstock

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (paper, i-rock tool & glam rocks), Paper Trunk (alpha stsickers), EK Success border punch

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Maya Road (sheer journal block), American Crafts THickers, Fiskars border punch, October Afternoon (papers)

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, October Afternoon (papers), EK Success border punch, American Crafts Thickers, Paper Trunk (red alpha stickers)

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, rub-ons), Core'dinations cardstock, EK Success border punch, My Little Bit of Whimsy buttons), Divine Twine, Fiskars border punch

Thanks for stopping by and have a super weekend!!!

Cards - All Occasion

So, the challenge for the cards this week is to create a card for any occasion with no sentiment. I realized that I most often have a sentiment on my cards but there were a few that I have done and taught in classes where I didn't bother putting a sentiment because I wanted to leave that for the student to fill in so that it would fit with the occasion.

Here's a couple of examples.

They're very simple but could work for a birthday, a grad, a wedding, an anniversary, a baby's birth, etc.

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Cuttlebug embossing folders, ribbon, Prima flowers

Thanks for stopping by.

All About Me - by Cari Locken

I'm a little bit late to the party. Sorry everyone.

I've been busy kitting and getting ready for the Great Canadian Scrapbook Carnival in Victoria, BC February 25-26th. This coming weekend! I'm so excited about it and look forward to teaching my classes and working in the CS booth. Hope to see you there if you live in the area!

I actually find it quite difficult to create layouts about myself. But I realized that's important for my children to know about me when they look through the scrapbooks later on in life. These layouts below have been created because of various assignments I've had to do ... not because I just "felt" like scrapbooking about myself. So I'm thankful for those assignments as they push me outside of my comfort zone.

I hope you're enjoying your weekend and this beautiful weather that we've been having!

Happy Valentines Day!!!

I hope that you all are able to spend the day with the ones you love.

Supplies: Imaginisce (papers, ribbon, rub-on) Core'dinations cardstock. Prima flower & bling, Fiskars border punch

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (paper, chipboard, sticker and ribbon), Fiskars border punch

Cari

"List It" Challenge - by Cari Locken

I love lists. I make them all the time. I mean ... ALL THE TIME!! However, I don't do it all the time when I'm scrapbooking. I do like the simple look of them though. Adding just a few points here and there is often easier than coming up with sentences of journaling. So if you struggle with journaling try making some lists.

Here are a few examples of layouts that I've done using this type of journaling.

Have a wonderful day!

Card Challenge - Hello/Thinking of You

Do you ever have the blues? (I know I do, in fact it's been that way lately for me because of all the rain we've been having). Do you find that you've lost touch with some dear friends or just don't get to see them that often? Well, we all need a pick-me-up sometimes don't we?

This card challenge today was to create cards with the theme of "hello" and "thinking of you".

Here are a few cards with that in mind.

Hope you're inspired to create these types of cards for a friend or family member.

Not your standard size/shape Card Challenge by Cari Locken

Hi there!

Cari here with another post for this wonderful card challenge - creating cards that are not a standard shape or size. First of all, I trust that you've all had a wonderful Christmas with your families. We had a great time here.

I love making cards! I admit, though, that I tend to stick to the same sizes when I make them. Probably because I like to get the most out of my paper. ;)

However, I can share one that I created in the shape of a party hat.

Supplies used: American Crafts paper, ribbons & rub-ons, Kaiser Craft rhinestone flowers, Fiskars border punch

And here's another one that measures 3" x 7". Not a typical size but it's a fun one.

Supplies used: Cosmo Cricket papers, chipboard, and "for you" die-cut, Prima (Flowers), ribbon, buttons, twine, Bazzill Basics Cardstock.

This card measure 4" x 5". Another non-traditional shape but it works.

Supplies used: Bazzill Basics cardstock, MME papers, Fiskars border punch, flowers (Prima and Kasier Craft), ribbon (May Arts), rub-ons (Pebbles)

I really should start making more with a unique shape because they are really fun.

This is an older one that I made with a card set. It's actually a pocket with a tag tucked inside. (sorry for the not-so-great photo).

Supplies used: Bazzill Basics cardstock, SEI papers, Melissa Frances rub-ons, decorative scissors, ribbon (May Arts)

I hope that we've challenged you to try some new shapes, designs and sizes when you create your cards. I'm definitely going to start using my Cricut for some of these as well because the possibilities are endless.

Have a great week!!

Traditions - by Cari Locken

I'm sure that many of us have certain traditions that we like to keep going every year throughout the holidays. Right?

We have a few. One of them is cutting down our Christmas tree. Since moving to the west coast it has been easier for us to find tree farms and the kids just love it!

Here's a couple of layouts that I've created capturing those fun times.

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (papers, rub-ons, flowers), Cuttlebug (trees diecut and embossing template), Basic Grey chipboard alpha

Supplies used: Imaginisce (papers, stickers, flowers, i-top brads, ribbon) EK Success border punch, Making Memories alpha stickers, American Crafts Thickers

Supplies used: Bazzill Basics cardstock, Cuttlebug (tree diecut & embossing folder),Fiskars border punch, Fancy Pants (papers), Making Memories alpha stickers

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Jenni Bowlin papers & circle stickers, Jillibean Soup ribbon, American Crafts brads, Queen & Co. felt

Another tradition that happens in our family is me trying to take a photo of the kids on Christmas Eve. Sometimes this task is easy and other times not so much!

Supplies used: Fancy Pants (papers) Making Memories alpha stickers, Cuttlebug embossing folders & diecuts, Fiskars border punch

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Imaginisce (papers, stickers, stamp, ribbon, flowers, i-top brad & tool, glam rocks (white) adhered with i-rock tool), American Crafts Thickers, Veramark

My mom also likes to make new pj's for the grandchildren each year. Last year she also made the girls some beautiful dresses.

Supplies used: Melissa Frances die-cut stickers, Quick Quotes papers, Kaiser Craft rhinestones, Piggy Tales ribbon, American Crafts brads, Pink Paislee chipboard alpha

Supplies used: Core'dinations cardstock, Basic Grey chipboard alpha, Fiskars border punch, Making Memories alpha stickers

I'd love to hear what your christmas traditions are. Have a blessed holiday!