Crafty Hula Hands

A Craft!

2012-01-29T18:11:00.000-10:00

WOW! It's been a LONG time! I sure do miss surfing the blogs and borrowing everyone's creations. So, of course, I'll start off this year with a cute, cute, hand sanitizer holder that I, of course, "jacked" from another. I needed an easy craft to do for DD1's school club. My friend, Phyllis, who is always talking crafts showed me this cute, cute holder from a make & take at Cute Stuff, here. You need to check out this craft store! The owner, Lianne is really talented and has really got some "cute stuff!" Thanks, Phyllis & Lianne!
Here's a close up:

August C.A.T.S

2011-08-28T06:00:00.001-10:00

My August C.A.T.S. partner this month is none other than Wonder Woman aka Brenda from Sweet As a Gumdrop! I dubbed Brenda "Wonder Woman" because she is a mom of 4, has a day care and manages to stay calm and get everything plus more completed! She's my idol!

Her card and tag are awesome! She even taught me how to make her card. It's a recessed window panel. So cool! So Brenda to come up with something so awesome! On top of her creative works, she even gave me RAK! Thanks, WW!

My thoughts and prayers are with those on the East Coast who are weathering out the storm. Stay safe!
Aloha no,

1000 Sheets of Paper Giveaway

2011-08-20T13:42:00.000-10:00

Amy at A Thousand Sheets of Paper is having a blogaversary giveway, here! But, better yet, check out her awesome creations! Congrats, Amy on another successful year full of wonderful creations!
Aloha,

And Another

2011-08-16T06:00:00.003-10:00

Whew! I think I'm winding down in the birthday cards. Maybe just a few more to go. This one was made for Teri, the sweetest gal, who does not look any older than the 21yrs that was celebrated!
Made little tiny favors that held a couple of Godiva chocolates. Got the idea from somewhere in blog land, the site is in a fog right now, I can't remember.

Wini also made these wonderful creations! She puts so much effort into her projects! Isn't this the cutest Hello Kitty?!

Have a wonderful week! Loving these trade winds!
Aloha no,

..And Still More Birthdays

2011-08-04T06:00:00.002-10:00

Here's another birthday card to share with you. The copy cat queen (me!) strikes again! I totally got this idea from Mama, she's got TONS of ideas! Check out her blog, here.
I used Kiyomi, an image from Sister Stamps, check out their stamps, here. They're coming out with new images soon. Here's a close up of Kiyomi, all glimmered up!

Enjoy the last days of summer!
Aloha no,

Birthdays, Birthdays, Birthdays

2011-07-31T08:12:00.001-10:00

whoa! I've had quite a few birthdays this month. Guess whenever the weather starts getting colder, people stay indoors more and keep themselves busy....hmmm...plenty summer babies! Enough said. On to the cards!
Here, I used one of my favorite techniques. First used, here. It sure does speed up the card making process!

This one is a collaboration between myself and DD1. She has the eye for putting together cards, so I just color and she puts it all together. She's quite clever.

*Edit: Head on over to Amy's blog, here, she's got some cute Fairwee images coming out soon! They are adorable!
Enjoy Summer!

C.A.T. July - Part 2

2011-07-28T06:00:00.001-10:00

OK, so Cami was not satisfied with the colors of her first card & tag, so she created another set. And, boy, is it as beautiful as the first set. Cami, you're nutso! Your first set was gorgeous! But, hey, who am I to complain if I can get more than one of Cami's creations! I just LOVE this image! It's like looking at DD1, except that she doesn't wear pigtails anymore. I should have done a close up of Cami's coloring and her attention to detail...awesome! AND, she even did the inside of the card!! I have yet to work my way up to that level of crafting!

Here's the tag. So cute & clever too!

Thanks, Cami! You're the best!
Happy Summer!

C.A.T. July - Part 1

2011-07-26T08:56:00.000-10:00

I was lucky to have as my partner for the July C.A.T., the one, the only, CAMI!! Now, I know that you've all seen her work. Cami does the most beautiful creations - always so delicate, floral and well, lady like (so unlike me!). Her C.A.T. creations are in two parts because Cami did not think that her first creation had the right "blue" tones in it. I don't know about you, but, I thought that it was perfect!

Look at all the wonderful details! She even decorated the inside panels which I didn't capture a picture, but, rest assured, it's gorgeous!

And, Cami even included a RAK!

Thanks so much, Cami! You really do "capture a heart!"
Stay tuned for Part 2 tomorrow! It'll knock your socks off!
Happy Summer!

Happy Birthday!

2011-07-24T08:52:00.000-10:00

(Coloring by DD2, All else DD1)

Happy Birthday, Son!

Yikes! DS1 has now moved into the age where he can get a driver's license! Now, I have run out of excuses as to why he cannot get one. Guess, I'll just have to suck it up and come to terms with his not being a wee one anymore. And to think that I had once thought that him going to Kindergarten was a big step.
Well, be on the look out all you drivers out there...another one will soon enter the roadways. gulp!

Enjoy your weekend!

RAK From Barbie

2011-07-21T06:00:00.000-10:00

Made this birthday card with a new CC Design stamp that I got from Barbie. Boy, oh boy, am I spoiled! Barbie also gave me the new Sister Stamps, Kiyomi. And, she gave these to me on HER birthday! hmmm, something is wrong with that picture.
Thanks, Barbie! Hope your birthday was fun...I know that most of it was spent in a gym listening to grumbling parents, bouncing basketballs, buzzers and whistles. But, it was all worth it in the end, right?!!

Happy summer all!

Hawaiian Sunset and A Card

2011-07-02T08:14:00.000-10:00

Recent sunset off of Waikiki Beach. So lucky to live in such a beautiful place. Wish everyday could end with a relaxing view of the sunset and a cocktail!
Here's a card I made for a friend's bridal shower. TGF Creeper Abbey was a RAK that I received from Teri. Thanks, Teri! Flower is made from SU! Scallop Circle punch and tissue paper.

Hope you all enjoy your 4th of July weekend!
Aloha,

New Stamp Images

2011-06-22T07:29:00.000-10:00

Check it out! Local girl, Jenny and her sister, have started making stamps out of the cute images that her sister has been creating! So cute! So local! Check out their new blog, here. Good luck, Jenny & sis!

Some Graduation Cards

2011-06-02T07:41:00.000-10:00

Graduation sure did sneak up on us this year! We only thought we knew 2 kids graduating, but, it turned out to be 6 of them! Wowzers!...sure do feel the age thing when you know kids from baby time to now. I thought only my folks said "I knew you when you were this big!" Now, I hear myself saying that too! eeks!

Thanks to Joy, who always shares, I used TGF's Graduation Ian and Anya. Still trying to learn how to color with Copic markers. Thanks to these videos, here.
Happy Summer!

Teacher Appreciation

2011-05-29T06:00:00.001-10:00

Can you believe that another school year has come and gone? Makes me want to cry when I realize how old my keiki are....sniff....me, of course am still the same age...21 always.
Made these cool bags for some teachers. Learned how to make these from the uber talented, Mama, here. I made mine into a clutch purse because the item inside is heavy.
Summer is here! Can't wait to hit the beach!
Enjoy the long weekend all!
Happy Memorial Day!
Aloha,

Cards

2011-05-09T06:00:00.003-10:00

My daughters and I were busy last week making a few cards. Because of the stormy weather, their practices and games were canceled, so we turned to our next favorite activity...crafting! We made a couple of Mother's Day cards. And I decided to enter the above card in Stamp and Create Monthly Challenge, Charms, here.

And we made a couple of birthday cards:

We made a couple of projects too, but, I forgot to take pictures of it. Hope you all are enjoying your week!
Take care! Aloha,

Happy Mother's Day!

2011-05-08T07:56:00.000-10:00

Sharing with you some great RAK that I received recently from such sweet and thoughtful gals!

Wishing all you moms a wonderful, eat til you fall asleep, no cooking, cleaning, happy kind of day!
You are all the best!

Happy Easter!

2011-04-24T06:56:00.002-10:00

HAPPY EASTER ALL!

Happy Birthday, Friend!

2011-03-22T06:00:00.008-10:00

If making a birthday card for a friend does not bring one out of hibernation, then, I'm not sure what will. Talk about rusty! It seems like it has been ages since I have crafted or blogged. (oh, hey Channing! long time no see!)

I saw this type of card on this blog, here and just had to copy it! It's so cool and super easy to do!

Happy birthday, Michelle!!

Birthday Card for Joy

2011-02-15T06:00:00.013-10:00

Hey bloggers! Thanks for stopping by and leaving me such sweet comments! It really does make the day brighter! You gals are awesome!
Made this for a great gal...she's an angel, for sure! A tough one, but, an angel, none the less! :p Thanks also to another angel for letting me stamp a few of these images.
Happy belated birthday, Joy! Hope your day was as special as you are!

Have a great week!

Hey! I'm missing a picture

2011-02-14T22:04:00.000-10:00

Not sure what happened, but, the picture of Michelle's VRAK is missing from my post! Boy, am I rusty at this! So, without further ado, here's the cute VRAK from Michelle:

And, I forgot to mention that Michelle helped cut out the tags for the Valentine's Day gifts for DD2's class. Thanks, Michelle! You're da bestest!

Publish Post

Happy Valentine's Day!

2011-02-14T06:00:00.001-10:00

Well, hello! Bet you're wondering who the *beeP* is this posting? Boy, has it been a long time since I've been in blogland and it's been longer since I've stalked all your wonderful blogs! It's been even longer since I've had a chance to craft! whaaaat?!! das crazy!

Made these wonderful little candy holders, above, from SU! Two Tag Dies. All supplies are SU! So wonderful, so easy!

I am so fortunate to have such wonderful crafty friends who have the largest hearts! So darn cute....and filled with candy! From Michelle and Joy:

I also have to give a huge shout out toTeri, who has THE largest heart of all! She gave my two DD these really cute Valentine's Day gifts. One was a stuffed puppy to DD2, who has been carrying it everywhere for the past two days. You gals are the BEST!

Well, Happy Valentine's Day all!

Big hugs & smooches to ya!

Jack Be Quick

2010-11-10T06:00:00.004-10:00

I'm baaaack...with another new card style that I jacked off of Kim's blog, here. It's called a Zig Zag card and really easy to make. Made this for my mom's birthday.

DD2 likes to color images, so I try to salvage some of them and use them on cards. See the green eye shadow? DD2 just colors her own, while I, on the other hand, have to go and search for tutorials on how to color. I tell myself it is because her little mind isn't full of things yet, so it's easy to be creative. whatever.... ;P

Hope you all have a wonderful Veteran's Day.

Sharing OCS & Xmas Tag Swap

2010-11-09T06:00:00.003-10:00

Got these wonderful HK Xmas tags from my October Xmas Tag Swap partner, Karen. She sent them to me in the beginning of October and I am only posting a picture now. So sorry, partner! Me teeny-tiny brain has been working overtime these days. These HK tags are so adorable, that I don't think that I can part with them!
Next is my OCS card from Kim. All I can say is "WOWZER!" I thought her work was wonderful on her blog, but, to see it IRL, well, it's just amazing!

You can't see it in the picture, but, there is sparkle in all the right places! Beautiful coloring, huh?!

Well, I hope you're all having a wonderful November! I'm still on a high from October...oh, it must be from the candy! wheeee!
Thanks for popping by and giving this a look-see!

Brenda's Blog Candy

2010-11-08T20:25:00.000-10:00

Check out Brenda's blog. She's having a birthday candy give-away, here! Who can resist some of Brenda's sweet creations?! I certainly cannot!

October OCS

2010-11-05T06:00:00.000-10:00

Forgot to share my OCS card that I made for my partner, Kim Yu. She's incredibly talented and boy, was I a wreck trying to decide what to make. I jacked the idea from the Lily of The Valley blog...a twist on the easel card, here.

*sigh* Halloween is my favorite time of year. Guess you figured that out by now.
Have a wonderful weekend!

More Halloween RAK

2010-11-04T06:00:00.000-10:00

Spoiled again, but this time by Joy U. Great big bags of candy...did you feel the earth moving? Yup, it was me jumping for joy! YUM! YUM! oh, those bags were for my kids. I LOVE the HK Frankie tag! Leave it to Joy to be so creative! Thanks for the idea for next year!

And, check out this awesome box! Also filled with candies, bling and a CC Design stamp! You're way too awesome! Thanks, Joy!
I have a secret to tell you...I LOVE getting these 3D creations, cards, etc...and they could be empty and I'd be just as ecstatic about receiving them! OK, candy inside wouldn't hurt.

Teri also spoiled my kiddos with huge bags of candy. More yumminess! I LOVE HALLOWEEN!
We're almost to the end of the week! Hang in there!

Halloween RAK

2010-11-03T16:35:00.000-10:00

Got some super cute Halloween RAK to share with you today. Michelle spoiled my daughters with these festive pink pumpkins filled to the brim with candies. I was impressed not only with the candies but, more so with the tags! Cute HK Frankie!
She also made this great box filled with awesome goodies. I was squeezing my fingers in the top of the box to pull out the candy because I didn't want to ruin the bow. Little did I know that Michelle had also filled it with some bling and a CC Design stamp image. Boy, did I feel silly!

Thanks Michelle for your thoughtfulness!
More to share tomorrow!
Aloha no,

Happy Halloween

2010-10-30T21:14:00.000-10:00

"Ollo!" "It's Hello..." I love this quote from the preview of Megamind.

I made 48 of the little bags above for kids at my daughter's school. Below, I made these little bags & colored these images (from Joy U) for some friends.

Finally made the wrinkly ribbon. Fun! Fun! Fun! Got the idea from Donna at Three Umbrella, here.

Boy, has it been awhile since I've made a post! Like most everyone, life just gets a little crazy now and then. I've got quite a few things to share, so I will try and share a little each day with you. Thanks for sticking with me!

I can't wait for Halloween! I LOVE CANDY!

Mummy RAK

2010-10-19T21:13:00.000-10:00

Got this great mummy RAK from Casey (sp?) who is my dentist's boss...oh, I mean wife! He won't see this! :) I don't have the heart to open it up, but, I did get a peak. It looks like it's a Tim Hotlz decorative stripe die. WOW! My first Tim Holtz die....I love his stuff. I just don't have his style to justify getting his products.

Thanks, Casey! I have it propped up next to my computer.

Love the Baker's Twine and that lil' pumpkin! That's been me lately! Zoinks!

Since I'm always writing about my daughters, I thought that I would give my son a write up here too. He'll start training and then try outs for his high school basketball team. That is, if he can pull of decent grades on his report card. DD2 shows my expression when talking about his grades.

Have a spooktacular week!

TTT Sketch Challenge

2010-10-14T17:55:00.000-10:00

This final TTT was a sketch challenge and altered image. Tamiko's CT was given special permission this one time by Christine/CC Designs to alter an image, but, no wiping away of the image was allowed.
I used Sugar Plum Emma's body and Swiss Pixie Nora's head for my altered image.

Head on over to Tamiko's for a special announcement.
Shop at Tamiko's Online Store and use PINK10 at checkout and you'll receive a 10% discount on your entire purchase.
Aloha!

Happy Birthday, DD1!

2010-10-11T07:58:00.000-10:00

Happy Birthday, DD1!

Boy, they sure grow up fast! It seemed like yesterday we were taking her home from the hospital.

The image was originally colored by DD2 and I just went over the face & hair to make it look a wee bit better. DD2 & I decided together what to put onto the card, so it's kind of kapakahi (mixed up).

We had a weekend full of activites for the birthday girl. We even threw in a dead car battery for fun!

Hope you all had a great weekend!

Aloha no,

TTT Pink

2010-10-07T00:01:00.001-10:00

For lack of better words to use in my post title. Today we're dedicating our Teaser to Breast Cancer Awareness. Each of the CT's cards have the Pink Ribbon to show our support. Head on over to Tamiko's blog to see what the team has created.
I used Superstar Anya because as we all know, we women are superstars!
Superstar Anya can be purchased at Tamiko's Online Store. In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness, Tamiko is offering 10% all purchases. Just add PINK10 at checkout to receive the discount.
Have a super day!

Good Times, Good Times

2010-10-05T06:00:00.000-10:00

Yes, any day spent eating and talking with friends is a good time. Tamiko's CT had a surprise baby shower for Mama who is expecting her third child. So, we got together to celebrate her small miracle! Michelle U made the cute favor pictured above. It's filled with yummy chocolate dipped Oreo cookies that she made.

And our host, Joy U, organized and planned it all to perfection! She even surprised us with this RAK, even though she specifically told us NOT to make anything. So not fair!

Good times, good times!
Have a spectacular day!
Aloha no,

OCS and Xmas Tag Swap Sharing

2010-10-04T09:32:00.001-10:00

My OCS partner for September was Colleen. Check out her cute card! The theme was summer and she nailed it! Love those palm trees! Would hit the beach today, but, it's raining like crazy here on the Windward side. But, I love this weather! Below is my OCS card:

I also participate in Kyoko's Xmas Tag swap. My wonderful partner for September was Kyoko! Check out her CUTE Hello Kitty tags! They're too cute to use.

For my tags below, I used the Sizzix die cut from last year's Christmas dies.

I'm gonna go make some hot cocoa and hunker down in front of the TV and enjoy this rainy weather!
Enjoy your day!

Happy October!

2010-10-01T22:26:00.000-10:00

I love this time of year! The rain, the cool air, ahhh! But, most of all, I LOVE Halloween! Deep down, it's because of all the C-A-N-D-Y! CANDY! yummers!
I got this really cute holder from Jane, who was my upline for SU! I love those witch's legs and that bat! oooh!

Thank you for stopping by leaving such sweet comments! Warms the heart, you know?!
Have a great weekend!
Hugs,

TTT Mixed Plate

2010-09-30T00:01:00.003-10:00

Time for Tamiko's Thursday Teaser (TTT)! This week is mixed plate-buttons, brads and bling.

I used CC Design Sweet November Spirits Darby (no Bumbles, the bee), buttons from my stash, sparkling brads from SU! and Stickles. It doesn't show up too well in the picture, but, the ribbon is sparkly IRL.

I purchased her from Tamiko's Online Store. Any orders $25 or more, Tamiko will ship for FREE to anywhere in the USA.

Head on over to Tamiko's blog to see what the CT has created. Simply wonderful!

Aloha no,

Tamiko's Thursday Teaser (TTT)

2010-09-23T00:01:00.005-10:00

Back again with another TTT! This time the CT was challenged to use Spellbinders/Nestabilities. I used the Small Oval and Labels 9 nesties.

I love this new guy from TGF's Sweet & Toxic that I purchased from Tamiko's Online Store. Is he sweet or is he toxic? hmmm...
If you order $25 or more (USA only) from Tamiko's, you qualify for free shipping. Can't beat that!
Be sure to head on over to Tamiko's blog to see what the CT has created. They are one bunch of talented girls!
Have a super-dee-duper week!
Aloha no,

TTT 3D Project

2010-09-16T00:01:00.005-10:00

TTT Challenge this week is to create a 3D project and use an altered image. I used TGF's Wild Sprout stamps. Megan's head and Dee Dee's body. AND, I jacked Teri's idea for a purse holder, here. I got both stamps from Tamiko's Online Store. Head on over there and check out what she's got. And, better yet, if you don't see something that you want in her store, shoot her and email and Tamiko will special order it just for you!

The flower is made using pink organza, SU! Flower Layer die, heating the edges with my heating gun and keeping it together with a sparkling brad. No, not my original idea. Jacked it from, here.
This week's TTT is a challenge for you to enter an altered 3-D project. The prize will be TGF Sweet Anya. Deadline to enter is 9/30/10. Be sure to enter your creation here.
Thanks for stopping by for another TTTC project!

I wish you enough...
Aloha no,

Swap Card and Tags

2010-09-14T07:04:00.000-10:00

Whew! The days are just flying by and I'm not sure which way I'm going! Sorry to my August partners for OCS (Sherri Miral) and Xmas Tag Swap (Chris D) for not posting their wonderful creations! heeeyyy channing..looking good today.....
I put them on my display board and forgot to post pictures of them! oops! So, above is Sherri's OCS, a pretty gate fold card. And, below is Chris' Xmas Tag Swap (she even made a cute card to match!):

Thank you gals for your wonderful creations!

Have a beautiful week!

TTT - Sketch Challenge

2010-09-09T00:01:00.024-10:00

Aloha Thursday! It's TTT-Sketch Challenge. I was pretty nervous about following a sketch. But, after stalking many talented ladies' blogs, I realized that the sketches are a guideline and doesn't need to be followed exactly.

I used TGF's Wild Sprout Dee Dee that I purchased from Tamiko's Online Store. Head on over there and see what she's got!

Don't forget to check out the CT as they have created some awesome cards!
Hang in there! It's almost Friday!
Aloha no,

Surprise Blog Hop

2010-09-07T00:01:00.000-10:00

*please scroll down for daily posts
Double celebration here! One:

Happy Birthday, Cami!

TGF: OH BOY Ian

Two: new TGF releases available at Tamiko's Online Store.

If you've arrived from Linda's blog, then you are on the correct road! If not, you can start from the beginning of this SURPRISE BLOG HOP, here!

Be sure to leave a comment on all the blogs. One of the CT will choose a winner of a $10 gift certificate to Tamiko's and a choice of either a Sweet Anya or Oh Boy Ian rubber stamp! How awesome is that? Here's the blog hop list:

Tamiko's Blog

Joy - A Place To Be Me

Mama - Luvn the Journey

Jodi - Inked Inspirations

Kyoko - Cards and Tags Mania

Michelle - Mushi's Creative Inspirations

Cami - Capture A Heart

Tamiko - Things of Joy by Joy of Tamiko's

Teri - Big Ideas from a Little Girl

Janis - Creative Expressions

Linda - Simple & Sassy Creations

Joni - Crafty Hula Hands-me

Your last and final stop will be Tamiko's.

Blog hop ends on Sept 7, 2010, 11:59 pm Hawaii time.
Thank you for playing along! Hope you enjoyed it!
Aloha no,

Hello Kitty!

2010-09-06T07:21:00.001-10:00

Got to make a Hello Kitty card for DD2's friend who is a major HK fan! I went to the Cara Mia store in Manoa and was able to do all my shopping at one hit! DD2 had 3 parties this weekend! Hello?! Is she like running for Mayor or Governor? Managed to swing getting her to her parties and my other two to their basketball games. phew!
Hope you're all enjoying your 3 day weekend!
Happy Labor Day!
Aloha, no,

Tamiko's Thursday Teaser-Color Challenge

2010-09-02T00:01:00.005-10:00

Today's TTT project is COLOR challenge~pink, green and brown. You can't really tell, but the DP is actually a lime green. One thing I have to learn while being on Tamiko's team is the names of the stamps. I usually just look & say "I like that one." Guess, they all can't be called "that one."
This cute Honey Summer image was a RAK from Michelle U, which she got from Tamiko's Online Store. Head on over and with a $25 or more of purchase, shipping is FREE (only in the USA)!

Aloha no,

So Happy

2010-08-31T06:00:00.000-10:00

They say that plants make people happy. DD2 had gotten this little red bucket with dirt & seeds to plant from her friend at the end of school last year. She was SO excited. Me, not so much as I am so NOT a plant person. Anyway, she watered and watched it all summer and she finally got her reward! The darn thing actually bloomed! SO HAPPY!

Here's another thing that makes her happy - coloring. Thank you, Aunty Kyoko for the images!

I've got so many colored images that I was going to toss them, but, the light bulb went on and I'm going to use them to make cards for her friends' birthdays. Now, I'm SO HAPPY!

Like her bangs? "Fountain" as she calls it. Trying to grow out bangs are a pain, but, DD2 loves wearing her hair like that. SO HAPPY! She wants to take her school picture like that...me not so happy!
Aloha no,

Xmas Tag Swap & OCS

2010-08-28T08:38:00.000-10:00

Just popping in with a quick sharing of my Xmas tag for Kyoko's Tag Swap. Nice & simple.
Next up is my August OCS card based on the Asian theme. I realized that I really don't have much in that area. I used TGF's Chibi image with cupcakes...who can resist cupcakes.

The flowers are regular flowers that I clipped to give it a little Cherry Blossom look. Added the staman and rhinestone. Does it look Asian?

As Biff says on "Back to the Future:"

Make like a tree and get outta here!

(not you, but me)

So, I'm off on my wonderful life as a mom...hula lessons, bball games and parties!
Have a spectacular weekend!
Aloha no,

Another Blog Candy Alert

2010-08-27T06:00:00.004-10:00

Kadie over at In My Minds Eye blog is having a blog candy party to celebrate her time as a TGF Farmer. I really enjoy stalking her blog and wish that I could be so creative. So head on over and celebrate with Kadie!
Thanks too for all the wonderful comments. It really warms my heart and brings a smile to my face (which DH says that I need to do more often...well, heck, get them chores done & I'll smile ALL the time! oops! got sidetracked...sorry!)
Have a great weekend all!

Tamiko's Thursday Teaser

2010-08-26T00:01:00.003-10:00

My first official post for Tamiko's Thursday Teaser (TTT). "Anything but a Card" is today's project. I made an easel drawer for Teri's birthday...jacked the idea again, from Joy U, here. Good thing there are a lot of "Jills" out there for me to copy! Get it? Jack & Jill?...
Anyway, I thought, "now that's cheat because I made the project before I joined Tamiko's team." So, I decorated a SPAM can which I have been wanting to do for a long time now. And since I'm on a Spam musubi kick with the kids (like Home Economic class), I have more than enough cans.

I got both stamps at Tamiko's Online Store. With $25 or more of a purchase, shipping is FREE (only in the USA)!

It's almost Friday! Yippee!
Aloha no,

Blog Candy Alert

2010-08-21T07:01:00.000-10:00

Amy, over at A Thousand Sheets of Paper blog is having a huge blog candy giveaway! Head on over and see her wonderful creations, you won't be disappointed!
I, too, have used 1,000 sheets of paper, but, it wasn't DP....it's TP!

Have a wonderful weekend ya'll!
Aloha no,

I'm So Excited, I Just Can't Hide It

2010-08-19T22:11:00.000-10:00

That's exactly how I've been feeling ever since Teri asked me to be a part of Tamiko's Creative Team, check it out, here! What an honor to be included with a bunch of extraordinary talented and sweet bunch of gals! I'm still sweatin' from being so nervous about all of this, so bear with me over the next few weeks as I learn the ropes of this wonderful adventure!

I did manage go make this card following their sketch. I missed their Thursday Teaser, here because I am still learning all that needs to go into being on a Creative Team. I used TGF Eric that I got from Tamiko's Online Store. Head on over there for some great deals! The best is FREE SHIPPING with an order of $25 or more.

I am looking forward to the next Tamiko's Thursday Teaser!
Got a fun filled weekend, crafting and basketball! yahoo!
Enjoy your weekend!
Aloha no,

Sharing

2010-08-18T06:00:00.000-10:00

I realized that I forgot to share with you this great card from Jovita, my July OCS partner! So cute!
Below is a little favor purse/container that I made for Teri's class this past Sunday. CASEd the idea from Chic n Scratch blog, here.

Got the idea for the flower from, Patti's Creations, here. Although my flower did not come out like hers, I still liked it.

Best I change my name to JACK since all I do is "jack (steal, borrow, etc)" ideas from everyone else!

We're halfway through the week! Hang in there everyone!
Aloha no,

Monday Mania with Club Anya

2010-08-16T06:00:00.005-10:00

Joy, A Place To Be Me, is hosting Club Anya's Monday Mania, here. Challenge: Shaker Card! Head on over with your shaker!

I haven't quite gotten the hang of making these yet. Although, it is easier now that Joy passed on her tip about using the foam sheets. The hard part is getting the right amount and the right type of filler beads.

I like this Hope & Grace Laundry image. Wish I could look so calm when dealing with laundry!

Enjoy your day!
Aloha no,

Baby Shower Blog Hop for Kris

2010-08-15T00:00:00.000-10:00

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Surprise, Kris!

If you've arrived from Joy U's blog, then you're on the right track. If you get lost along the way, head back to Lollipop Crafts blog, here for the complete list.
When asked by Kim to participate in a surprise baby shower blog hop for Kris, I was honored, super excited and nervous all at once! At this time, Kris may be in the hospital having her baby, so this will be more of a welcome baby blog hop now! LOL!

We're all so happy for you, Kris! Another addition to your family and a boy too! So wonderful! Congratulations!

Be sure to leave a comment on all the blogs for a chance to win some blog candy. The candy is hidden in one of the blogs in the hop! The blog hop ends on 8/14/10 at 8:00pm PST. Winner will be announced at the Lollipop Crafts blog on Sunday 8/15/10.
Thank you for stopping by and for playing along! Please continue on to Leanne's blog for more wonderful creations!

Aloha no,

Crafty Lil' Hands

2010-08-12T10:48:00.000-10:00

There is no doubt that DD1 has all the artistic talent in our family. I can sit for hours trying to figure out layouts, etc and here she goes and makes a card in an hour or less. The thing that gets me is that she uses scraps! sheesh! When I use scraps, I get crap...hence that name "sCRAPs!

Hope you're all enjoying your week! The weekend is almost here.
Aloha no,

July OCS

2010-08-07T23:42:00.000-10:00

Here's my July OCS for my partner, Jovita. It's a shaker-easel card! Hope she likes it. This shaker card was so much easier to make using Joy U's new technique! Thanks for the tip, Joy!

I haven't gotten the hang of making these shakers. I feel like Goldilocks...this one has "too many" beads, and this one has "too little" beads, but, this one is "just right!" Except that I have not gotten to the "just right" shaker yet! But, I will....I hope!

Hope you're all enjoying your weekend!

Aloha no,

Graduation Card

2010-07-27T21:27:00.000-10:00

This graduation card was a family effort! DD2 did the coloring, I did the embossing, stamped the sentiment & added the bling. DD1 colored the background and pieced it all together. Now that was fun!

Hope everyone is enjoying their last days of summer!
Aloha no,

Copic Blog

2010-07-22T06:38:00.000-10:00

Coloring skin has always been a challenge for me. How to get the right color, etc. While blog hopping recently, I came across this wonderful blog....Color Me Copic, here. You've probably already seen it, but, I thought I'd share it anyway just in case you haven't seen it. They've got some wonderful tutorials.

Summer is almost over. That sure was fast!

Gone beachin'

Champions!

2010-07-19T08:36:00.000-10:00

DD1 played in a basketball tournament-12U girls division this past week and they took 1st place! Last year they bombed out in the playoffs so it was really nice for them to go all the way this year.

Stay hydrated and cool during these hot summer days!
Have a wonderful day!

Wild for Wild Orchid

2010-07-09T23:07:00.000-10:00

Wild Orchid has a new challenge blog. To celebrate their new blog, they are having a super huge blog candy giveaway! Awesome....head on over and check it out, here!

Good luck!

Birthdays are for Celebrating!

2010-07-08T12:38:00.001-10:00

Don't you just LOVE birthdays?!! I sure do! And, Jodi @ Inked Inspirations sure knows how to celebrate too! Go wish her a happy birthday and see what generous candies she is giving away! While you're there, browse her site. You will not be disappointed! Jodi is the sweetest gal and is so super talented!
Happy birthday, Jodi!

Enjoy!

Rockin' on the 4th!

2010-07-04T10:28:00.001-10:00

Have a rockin' 4th of July!

New Adventures

2010-06-28T09:21:00.000-10:00

Made a couple graduation cards for some seniors who will be off venturing into the world on new adventures. What an exciting time! DD1 made the first card. We decided to make our cards using non traditional graduation images. Love how she chose an image that represents her friend! Only the basketball is missing!

I used TGF's Space Ian for my card, below.

Thought it was funny that we made cards using our favorite school colors!
Hope you're all enjoying your summer!
Aloha no,

JUNE OCS

2010-06-25T19:51:00.001-10:00

Love doing the OCS! It's nice to get happy mail. My partner for June is Dori. Love this side step card or step up card that she made! I especially love the sentiment! So true, so true! Thanks, Dori!

Here's my easel card:

Hope everyone had a great week! Thanks for stopping by and leaving me such sweet comments. I sure do appreciate it!

Have a sun shiny weekend!

Summer Shaker

2010-06-18T08:27:00.000-10:00

My 2nd attempt at a double shaker. Kinda forgot the steps, but, I winged it and it came out okay. I used CC Design from last summer and the new DP from Imaginesce (from J's). Boy, does she have lots of hair!
Gonna enter it in Tamiko's Challenge, here. Check out her blog and store, Tamiko's. Great prices and great service too!

Have a great Aloha Friday!

TGF Ruby!

2010-06-17T06:00:00.000-10:00

Finally got to use TGF's Ruby stamp that I got from Janis awhile back. Made these for DD2's team as a thank you for their support during the bball season and for their coach's gift - a certificate to J's Knicknacks! WOW!

DD1 helped me put the card together with her keen eye for detail. Thank goodness someone has talent in our family! Guess I'll change my status to "supplier."

Enjoy these hot summer days! Thanks for stopping by!

RAK From Joy

2010-06-15T08:44:00.000-10:00

Got this cute gate fold box from the talented Joy U. Isn't the image & DP just perfect for summer! I love it!

Joy included some of the beautiful flowers that she puts on her cards & projects and even included the cute octopus stamp!
Thanks Joy!

Summer is fun!

No Trophies, Please

2010-06-07T22:49:00.000-10:00

What does my title have to do with crafting? Well, DD2 just finished her first basketball season and a couple of the parents did not want trophies
Using round coasters, I made these HK medallions and tied them to the colorful leis. The leis were super easy and fun to make...that's what I'm talkin' about!
The girls really liked them and didn't seem to notice that they didn't get trophies.

If you're thinking about different ideas for end of the season gifts, try tie-dying shirts! Sorry, didn't get a shot of the finished shirts.

We collected $9 from each family, used it to buy the kit and the shirts (plain white ones from Walmart). Leftover money was used to buy candy. The girls had a blast dyeing their shirts!
Thanks for popping on in! Your comments put a smile on my day!
Aloha no,

MAY OCS

2010-06-04T18:12:00.000-10:00

My partner for May's OCS was Jenny S. She's very creative! Check out her blog, here. I love my card! The butterfly punch border is so cute! Love the color combo & of course, the image! Thanks, Jenny for my cute card and the hibiscus die cuts!

Below is my card that I sent to Jenny. I attempted to make the tent card, but, it came out kinda funny. And I was in such a hurry to send out my card that I forgot to put in my little note. So all Jenny got was a blank card! oops!

Have a great weekend everyone!

School's Out! Summer's Here!

2010-06-02T12:06:00.000-10:00

whew! Made it through another school year. Can't believe how fast the days flew by! Made goody bags, cards, little boxes and forgot to take pictures of them! oh well! But, I did remember to snap shots of these gifts. Post it note holder for DD2's A+ leader. Love making those flowers!

DD2 colored the image and I put together the box (CASE from Joy, here & Michelle, here). Thanks for the ideas!

Hope everyone is enjoying the first days of summer. We've been hitting the water & beach after a long school year! So worth it!
Thanks for stopping by & happy Summer!

Move Over Snuggles, Here's Cuddles

2010-05-18T09:28:00.000-10:00

The new TGF stamp images are so cute and the CC Designs and the Belles and Whistles and the Tiddly Inks and the....well, you get the idea! My GF, Barbie surprised me with the new TGF Cuddles and as a thank you, I made her an image holder. Thanks, Barbie!

Kept it simple since the DP did all the work! Now, I'm off to work on my May OCS.
Thanks for stopping by! I've been inspired by all the great projects and cards that you're all sharing out there.
Have a great day all!

LOVE MY KIDS!

2010-05-10T08:44:00.000-10:00

On special occasions (other than my birthday), I usually get See's Molasses Chips and Lollipops both which are my favorites (and the kids' too). Here's a shot of the wrapping....it's supposed to be my farm on Farm Ville. Too cute! Are they trying to tell me that I spend too much time farming?
They made me this great card & got me some crafting goodies too.

Love my gang!

Hope you all had a great Mother's Day! Thanks for stopping by and leaving such great comments!
Aloha no,

HAPPY MOM'S DAY!

2010-05-09T14:01:00.000-10:00

Happy Mom's Day to all you moms! I am so fortunate to know many loving, kind and wonderful moms. One of them being my own mom, even though she drives me nutso. She is a hard working woman who would do anything and everything for her family. She's the reason why my kids and I are always so well fed! Now you all know the my secret to a clean kitchen and why I am SO not a cook!

Made these for my mom, MIL and Aunty Sandi. It holds 4-5 simple thank you cards. Forgot to take a pic of those, but, I did get the idea of the cards from, here. I took the Designer Bag Box and adjusted the measurements to: DP @ 6" x 12" and the base, 6" x 2.75" (scored at .75" each side). The A2 card size fits pretty nicely in them. Instead of punching holes in the tabs, I put it into a clear plastic bag and tied with a bow. Easy peasy.

Hope you all have a wonderful day!
Aloha no,

A BIRTHDAY CARD

2010-05-05T06:00:00.000-10:00

Hi all! Sorry for such a boring title. Couldn't come up with anything better. Anyway, I made this for Brenda's youngest daughter's 1st birthday. It's CC Designs newest digi image. So adorable!
BTW, check out Brenda's blog for the decorations that she had. So totally awesome! I would so love for Brenda to be my mommy!

Enjoy your day!

APRIL OCS

2010-05-03T09:02:00.000-10:00

I got partnered up with Cyndi for April's OCS. She made this really cute purple card. It pops up, but, I couldn't get a good picture of it open, so, here it is closed. Love the image & her coloring is great! Thanks, Cyndi!

And, here's my card that I made. Can't see it in the picture, but, I used Crystal Effects on Anya's rain boots to make it look slick and also on the water puddle.

OCS sign up for May has closed already, but, check here for June OCS. Come on & join, it's really fun!
Have a great day!

Cute Cards!

2010-04-15T10:04:00.001-10:00

Been meaning to post these great thank you cards that I received from some majorly talented gals! The cards are always so much prettier IRL! The cute Alien card is from Jen Y. So cute!

This one above is from Michelle. I just love it! Check out a closer look at the bling and fluffy kitty!

It's always fun receiving these cards in the mail. Teri's got a great One Card Swap (OCS), now being hosted by Linda & Kyoko, here. Try it out, it's super fun! Beats getting bills in the mail!

March OCS

2010-04-10T06:55:00.000-10:00

Here's my March OCS from my partner, Vina. It's so cute! Love the colors that she used. I'm off to go look for Cheeky Shooter's stallion!

Happy Saturday all!

LAST BIT OF EASTER

2010-04-08T16:37:00.000-10:00

Gave these out to our parents and Aunty for Easter. At Ross, found these cute little egg whiskers. They fit perfectly into these plastic containers that I found from Teri's blog, here.

The tag was made with an Easter Whipper Snapper stamp (from Joy) that Skye had picked out at the Swap Meet. :)

Found this cute little box tutorial, here. Simple and easy to make.

Hope everyone had a great Easter!

Happy Easter

2010-04-04T06:00:00.001-10:00

Learned how to make these cute Easter Chick baskets at Teri's class and couldn't wait to duplicate it. Made these for DD2's basketball team.

Happy Easter! Hope your day is filled with laughter and love!

Mini Desk Tidy

2010-04-03T06:00:00.000-10:00

"Copy cat, eat a rat"....that's me!...well, minus the rat,....bleh...
Ever since1luvnmama so graciously sent me a mini desk tidy, here. I've been wanting to make a few. Copied adjusted dimensions from Joy, here. Be sure to peruse their blogs...they're uber talented!

Picked up some really cute DP paper from ManLe, here. Used Tiddly Inks image...so cute...left it plain because I wanted to showcase the cupcakes.

Gonna take the girls to hunt some real Easter Eggs! Maybe even find a golden egg!
Happy Egg Hunting!

Double Shaker, Baby!

2010-04-01T06:00:00.000-10:00

If you've seen some of the talented local crafters' blogs, guarantee you've seen the double shaker card. It was all started by the Queen of Queen Crafters, Teri. It was my lucky day when Teri would teach how to make them suckers. It wasn't as hard as it looks. I'd say that the cutting of the foam was the hardest part. The next hardest was choosing the beads to go inside the shaker.

I can't wait to try making another one. But, for now, I'll just enjoy this one.
Shake, shake, shake!!

Baskets Galore

2010-03-31T06:00:00.000-10:00

I was lucky to have been a part of a crafting get together with some really talented (and fun) gals. Each made an awesome and unique EBRAK (Easter Basket RAK). Guess I missed the memo on making a basket because I made one of those pull up cards. "One of these things is not like the other...." flash back to Sesame Street.

Michelle and Joy's DDs were so sweet to give RAK to my 2 daughters. Wanna know what's unfair? They raided my baskets for candies and left their bags untouched....things that make you go "hmmm..."

Nothing like spending an afternoon with friends talking, eating and oh yah, crafting! Thanks all!
Tomorrow I'll post the make n take.

Just Sharing

2010-03-29T12:36:00.000-10:00

Looking at some of my photos, I realized that I never posted some great RAK and make n take from a get together at Denise's house. You ever do this? Me, kind of often. Anyhoo, pictured above are the make 'n takes that we did. So cute, huh? That little egg is actually a button.
Here are some of the great RAK that I got:

I made something too, but, I didn't take a picture of it. Also, most of the RAK came in either a cute bag or container, but, DD2 had gotten excited and ripped 'um apart.....grrrr....she knows better now. LOL!
It was fun meeting some of the local bloggers IRL. Thanks, Denise for always opening up your house for crafting and eating!
Aloha!

Easter Anya Challenge

2010-03-28T21:15:00.000-10:00

DD2 made a card for a friend's birthday. She used Prima pencils as she doesn't quite have the hang of coloring with Copics yet (or could it be because they're hidden....hmmm...snicker). I thought that I would surprise her and enter it into Tamiko's Easter Anya Challenge, here. If you haven't submitted a card, get a move on!

Whew! What a fun weekend we had....crafting with friends and playing basketball and even squeezing time in for Farmville! Got lots to share this week!

Image: TGF digi

Aloha!

Blogaversary Winner

2010-03-27T08:06:00.000-10:00

Almost forgot to pick a winner for the Blogaversary candy! Wrote the names on papers and picked them out of an Easter bucket. We decided to make two categories:
(1) those who answered correctly (good 'ol Buff n Blue). For the candy pictured above: JODI

(2) those who played, but guessed incorrectly....a smaller candy (not pictured): DENISE

Thanks for playing everyone! It was fun reading all the answers!

Some Easter Cards

2010-03-27T06:00:00.000-10:00

A couple of cards created by the DD team. DD1 created her own grass and tiny eggs. Here's a close up:

DD2 did the same for her card (grass & eggs), but, she had written all over it so it looks like a war zone instead of a Easter Egg hunt. Trying to keep you safe by not showing it to you! But, her coloring is very creative!

Love these long weekends. The air is cool and crisp, it's refreshing.
Happy Saturday!

Play for Some Candy

2010-03-26T21:26:00.001-10:00

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I'm gonna jump on the blog candy band wagon and offer up some goodies. My 1 year blogaversary came and went a few days ago...just passed me by! Must've been while I was on FB farming just waiting for those gold coins to be redeemed. Alas, I missed out on those too. Whaaat?!

To celebrate my blogavesary, here what you gots to do:
*post a comment telling me what high school you graduated from and what school you think that I graduated from. No, not the year, just the school.

DD1 & DD2 will choose a winner on Saturday, 3/27 (1 week after my blogaversary date).
Aloha no,

March OCS and A Challenge

2010-03-26T16:55:00.000-10:00

Made the side step card for my March OCS partner, Vina. But, I had made it the wrong way, which, actually worked out well with the image that I used. I'm going to enter this in Tamiko's Easter Anya Challenge. Head on over to her blog and check out the challenge, here. Come 'on submit your card!

Love this crisp, cold air we're having. It's a nice change from the hot, humid weather we normally have.
Aloha no,

Blogaversary Candy

2010-03-23T09:00:00.001-10:00

This is what you're playing for:

See here to post your comment.
Check out Michelle and Teri's blogs for more blog candy!
Good luck!

Thank You RAK (TRAK)

2010-03-23T08:29:00.000-10:00

heehee! I'm on a roll with the acronyms for RAK! Thank you RAK....TRAK...sorry, just entertaining myself here. 1luvnmama's DD1 had been sick and it reminded me of the time when my son was really ill, so we took over some goodies to cheer her up. Really small kind stuff. Well anyway, Mama and DD were so kind to send not only a beautiful thank you card, but also some goodies! yahoo! Now I'm the happy camper!

And, below is another thank you card from Mama. I just love how she puts together her cards and the DP that she uses.

My DD1 keeps looking at them and marvels over them....come on' Mama, rub off your style on my DDs!
Thanks Mama and keiki for bringing smiles to our faces!

It's a beautiful day in Hawai`i nei!

DD2 GETS A CHANCE

2010-03-21T06:00:00.000-10:00

DD2 wanted to copy her sister and make cards too. So, here are some thank you cards she made for a couple of her friends. Well, DD2 only colored the images and picked out the DP. DD1 and I helped put the card together.

DD2 plays her first basketball game today. This should be comical!
Happy Sunday!

FEBRUARY OCS

2010-03-20T16:42:00.000-10:00

oops! forgot to post the cards for Teri's February OCS. My partner was Sheryl. The colors didn't come out too nice in the picture, but IRL, it's a nice green combo with pink.
Here's my card:

It's Saturday! Loving this cool weather we're having in the Islands. Get to use long pants and long sleeve!

BOGO SU! SALE

2010-03-17T09:03:00.000-10:00

Jane's having a sale! Come check it out!

Under Pressure

2010-03-17T09:01:00.000-10:00

Made this card for Joy/BF crafts to thank her for the lovely PINK bag and goodies. Got the idea and directions from Jane, my SU! upline and Brenda posted it on her blog too, here. It's actually really easy to make. Here's what it looks like open:

OK, so what does the card have to do with the title of my post? Well, a good friend told me to "post the pictures of the card!" Funny thing was I didn't have a picture of it. I usually forget to take pictures before I send out my cards. She went and got me a copy of the pic! OK, OK, I'll post it. So, here it is.
Thanks, friend! ;)

It's Spring Break and I'm loving it! No rush to get anywhere. Stay in PJs all morning!

Have a beautiful day!

Pink Bag Lady

2010-03-06T22:00:00.000-10:00

I'm a "blue" person accented with black or brown. But, lately I've been finding myself drawn to *gulp* PINK. Well, not the soft, pastel pink, but, the bold bright pink. yah, hot pink. So, I was giddy to find out that I actually won this wonderful PINK bag from Joy at Joy of Crafting. Joy not only gave away the bag, but, she had filled it with such wonderful goodies! I can't decide what to do with it all!

Thanks, Joy! If I don't use the bag enough, DD1 will certainly make good use of it. She's a pink gal! Wonder if I can make a huge bag tag to remind her who's bag it is?!!

Loving this weekend with no natural disaster.
Aloha no,

New TGF Stamp!

2010-03-03T18:35:00.000-10:00

Got a surprise, RAK from Barbie after basketball practice last week. I forget the TGF image's name since Alice is the only name that comes to mind when I see her. This image was perfect for DD1's friend's birthday card. We decided to leave it simple (as per my instruction from my card master....DD1...best I change her name to CM1 or CC1..card consultant!! sheesh..make a few cards and suddenly has a say in everything ;)

Thanks, Barbie!! I love this new stamp!!
So glad that the tsunami did not hit the Hawaiian Islands. Glad that we would have been prepared if it did strike. *phew*
Aloha no,

TSUNAMI WARNING & PRIMA GIVEAWAY

2010-02-27T10:21:00.000-10:00

While we are waiting for the news and updates on a possible tsunami heading toward the Hawaiian Islands, I decided to take a break and peruse the blogs. Prima is having a major giveaway, here.

Stay safe everyone and be prepared.
Malama pono,

More Stuff By DD1

2010-02-26T06:00:00.000-10:00

So, DD1 continues to create. Got her to use some of SU! pastel chalks. Darn it if she isn't better at it than I am!

DD2 helped put together these Valentine goody bags for her class. Gotta bite my tongue when she colors! LOL! No worries about her taking over my crafting stuff.......yet.....

Happy Aloha Friday!
Love and aloha,

Salty Sea Air

2010-02-24T21:56:00.000-10:00

Sometimes you gotta stop and smell the roses or in our case, the salty sea air! On our way home the other day via Waimanalo, we stopped at Makapu`u Lookout. After years of traveling that way, we finally stopped to enjoy the view. Was a little cloudy, but, still beautiful. Lucky we live Hawai`i.

Big hugs to you,

2010-02-23T11:45:00.001-10:00

2nd post for today....
A few more birthdays to go this month. Made this image holder based on Jodi, Inked Inspiration's tutorial, here. The folder was a little too big for what I wanted, so I adjusted the dimensions to:

CS- 8 1/2" x 7 1/2".

Scored the 7 1/2" side at 2 1/4" and 5 1/4".

Scored the 8 1/2" side at 4 1/4".

Told ya'll that I was good at copying! Thanks for the tutorial and idea, Jodi!
February is actually a nice time of the year to have a birthday...for a girl. Guess it's because there's a lot more pink/reds available to craft with!
Enjoy your day!

Feburary Birthdays!

2010-02-23T11:40:00.000-10:00

DD2 celebrates her birthday this month! yippee!! "Momma, I don't feel older, but, I feel taller!" says DD2. Big brother bought her 2 balloons: Hello Kitty and Kung Fu Panda. Guess which one she took to school with her....nope, not HK! DD2 loves Kung Fu Panda, Spongebob and Mater...go figure...."Hello Kitty is okay," says she.

1luvnmama had a great musubi project, here and since DD2 loves musubi, DD1 made this card for her:

And I made these as mini pizza box favors for the grandparents filled with Green Tea bags and Ochazuke nori). I scanned a TSRD musubi image, enlarged it and voila!

Musubi and red are DD2's favorites. Thanks, Mama for the great idea!

VRAK-a new name

2010-02-22T09:06:00.000-10:00

Valentine's Day came and went and I was fortunate to receive some great Valentine's RAK (VRAK). Got these at Teri's, good food, crafts and laughs:

Brenda B. sent this great package of goodies. Love the HK notebook!

1luvnmama sent this great desk tidy. I liked the image so much that I went and got me some of the digi images.

You ladies are awesome! Thank so much for all the inspiration and friendship!
Thanks for stopping by!
Aloha no,