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As promised, for those interested, there is a Smilebox for the kids first day back to school. Don’t worry, there are only 11 photos, so you won’t be there all day 😀
Its great getting back into the swing of things. I forgot how busy the school year is! Between dropping off, picking up, field trips, PTO (I am joining this year-I THINK!), 2 kids in soccer, dance class, and girls scouts-its running everyday. Maybe that is why they years just fly by, and my children are just sprouting up, in what seems to be overnight! When is there time to fit in that homework?! YIKES!
The older they get, I am certain the more crazy things will get too.
I will say I do get a lot accomplished with my time while they are gone. Its a great 3 hours of QUIET!! Then its back to-
MOM! Shes looking at me!
Mom! He colored in my coloring book.
MOM! She won’t share!
MOM! Can I have a snack? (for the 18th time)
MOM! He won’t stop chasing me!
MOM! He hit me!
MOM! She’s in my seat!
MOM! he/she said “hate it” (I don’t like my kids using that word, so its considered a swear word in my house), although I think I use it time to time and that is NOT good. I have to work on that.
MOM! She is kissing me, and Im going to throw up! (NO JOKE! He really does. Its ridiculous!)
So I so enjoy watching my Martha Stewart as I craft, in total PEACE!
Don’t get me wrong. I love my children, no matter how insane they make me. I know I will miss all the bickering-someday. Just not today 😀
Anyway here is another card for you!
Isn’t that always the wonder? If the girl kisses the frog, will he actually turn into a Prince? I know I dated MANY a frog until I got mine! LOL!
These images are from Elzybells-the Fairytale Collection. Seriously some of the cutest images ever! I used my copic markers to color them. They are just too fun.
I went with colors I RARELY use for this one-Really rust, Sahara Sand and Olive. It was inspired by this Stampin Up! collection of paper I had in my stash.
I used a shimmery organdy ribbon from Michaels that is actually an orange, but when put with this looks rust. YEAH!!
Also in my archives………………
I make so much stuff, and take my photographs all at once, that I often forget about things! I know its really awful. Anyway, this is one of those creations!
I used basically the mostly the same colors as above, just in different proportions. See, really rust can be a really great color. ANY color can work if you use it right 😀 (except YOYO YELLOW! EW! That color should be banned :D)
This went to a PSF’s mother who had a birthday this month. I hope she liked it.
This set uses Olivia’s Birdies , and the sentiments on that page as well.
I loved the thought of the birdhouse hanging from the branch. I HAD to make the little bird peek out of the birdhouse. I just colored, cut, then punched a hole in the house. Stamped a bird, colored it, then layered it behind the cut birdhouse.
The little nest is flocked, so it looks so cute in person. I just sponged some greenery around the leaves to give the tree a fuller effect.
Of course I color spritzed 😀 Love that tool. Then to complete it, added some flowers.
I like it!
Well I must go get in some mytime, before the day flies past me. More exciting things to come. More releases, and peeks, and the PTI Design Team challenge. I love my project for that. Like NOTHING you have ever seen here, from me before. Very cool.
Tomorrow is our Saturday Sketch! Don’t miss it.
Also check out Kendra & Leigh blog, they have peeks for you!
Later
24 Responses for "Back to School-and some mytime :D"
I love the smilebox pictures–especially the one where Alexa put her arm around her sister.
My kids are grown now. I think it is funny how they hated the first day of school pictures when they where younger but my granddaughter started preschool this year and guess who was taking pictures of her daughter starting preschool—lol.
I love looking back and seeing how they grew every year. I know we look back and say things like why did I wear that, etc. Now they are starting to look back and at their pictures and make funny comments. I am so glad that I love to take pictures and capture memories.
You make beautiful cards and I love your blog.
Have a great day.
Cute cute cute pics!!! Thanks for sharing them 🙂
Your cards are both adorable1
Love how you hung the birdhouse from the tree branch…FAB idea girl!
Adorable….
I love, love, love the Smilebox. Noah and Amber do look so much alike. Love the smiles on all them! Sweet picture of Alexa hugging Amber. They look so excited.
Thanks for sharing your first day of school!
Oh, and PTO – you will LOVE it! I did it for years – on the board and lots of committees. I enjoyed every minute of it!
Love your cards too – they’re fab!
Hugs,
Renee
So adorable. Love the matching outfits…My kids still do this…mom he is looking at me…..UGH and they are teenagers.
As usual, the smilebox presentation was GREAT! I have a few days before my guys start school and I am anxious for some me-time as well. I hope you are enjoying every minute of those 3 hours you have to yourself!
Oh my! These are perfectly darling! I thoroughly enjoy seeing what you come up with. Cute! Cute! CUTE!!
oh! I so love the little bird card, and that is the cutest idea ever for that elzybell set! Loved your smile box too. 🙂
Love the smilebox photos! your kids are so nice!!
i understand you whit your “MOM..” here is the same!! Only one is so litte that have start in this day say “MOM…”
dance school start next week.. and the school… only 15 settember!
love the card.. whit the frog 😉
Love the Olivias Birds card! Super cute hanging birdhouse!
Oh, the treasured memories! You are so right, the days go faster and faster! But the memories become so many! You are so inspiring, Lauren!
Your cards are wonderful! Can’t wait to see what you have up your sleeve for the PTI challenge!
Those are sooooo sweet!
I’ve nominated you for an award, check my blog. =)
At lest I know I am not alone. The school year is so busy we do all the same activities as your kids as well as cubscouts Not to mention dr appts and everything else we throw in the mix. I Love my time while their in school for three whole hours I only have one of the four. Well hopefully all is going well for you guys.
Wonderful “Back To School” photos…
They all look Adorable!!
*Cute cards too!!
Such pretty colors and papers 🙂
cute pics of your kids first day back, like the little scrapbook slide show, too cute…
Your prince card is just darling, neat use of the stamp and terrific coloring!
My favorite has got to be the bird card, that is just so sweet and I so love the bird house hanging with the birdie peeking out, your too clever!
Lauren, I have been on vacation this past week at Myrtle Beach, so the trip home was a little sad. I love seeing your pics of your kids, so I am a little happier now! I love catching up on the creations you have made while I was gone.
Thanks,
Joey
OMGosh, the Smilebox was awesome! Such cute little kids!!! And I know they were excited about the first day of school!
I totally know what you mean about the peace and quiet…was there a long time ago! It gives you time to BREATHE! And has nothing to do with love! 😀
That Prince Charming card is ADORABLE!!! I was gasping!!! and thinking “why didn’t I think of that?”!!! You are amazing…thanks for all the great creations!! 😀
I love seeing pictures of your children as they get older and the many things they do. They are just so darn cute. I love your comments about them as well. I wish I could go back and not have wished my time with busy little ones away. I am so glad you enjoy each moment with them.
Lauren, I ***heart*** the Prince Charming card…. How long ago did you get that ribbon? Cause it looks like the same ribbon I bought from there almost 3 years ago for my wedding flowers!!! LOL!!! Are you by chance a ribbon hoarder?
OMGosh – super cute cards, and more importantly super cute kids Lauren! Thanks for sharing the pics…they really are just TOO cute!
Ok, the birds are sweet in their nests but I LOVE the prince charming one!!! Love it, love it!
Yes, enjoy the peace! It is a beuatiful thing!
Heehee, I dated some frogs too (that were just big toads! 😉 ) before finding my Prince charming!!♥ 😀
Love the cards and the kids look so cute and so happy!♥
Happy back-to-school and back-to-mytime! 😉
How adorable! Just adorable! Sorry I haven’t dropped by lately. . .my computer time has been very limited. LOL
I can totally understand the fighting scenarios. How you get everything done amazes me. I am a total fan of your work and love everything you do. I also left an award for you on my blog when you get around to it maybe you can check it out.
These are just darling Lauren! What wonderful color combinations! 😀
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