Hello friends! Wow, we’ve survived Christmas! I’m exhaling in relief! Like me, you probably have heaps of Christmas photos to sort through—a delightful “challenge” indeed! Today has been dubbed “Candy Cane Day” according to my friend, Google. With beginnings in 17th-century Germany, these sweet treats were curved to represent the shepherds’ crooks. They later made […]
Hi scrappy friends! If you’re anything like me, you’ve been incredibly busy getting ready for the holidays—and you might feel a bit of relief when it’s all finished – I know I certainly will! I consciously took some time to unwind and perused the gallery earlier this week. As usual, I was completely blown away […]
Greetings, joyful crafters! Can you believe it’s only 16 days until Christmas? Astonishing, isn’t it? Today, let’s take a moment to remember Henry Cole, the British businessman who, back in 1843, was too busy to pen individual Christmas letters to his friends, family, and contacts. His innovative thinking led to the invention of the Christmas […]
According to my friend, Google, the origins of National Beautiful Day are unknown, but what is known is that it is a day to appreciate the beauty of the world. The sights, the sounds, the scenes and the gestures that we find beauty in. It might be a sunrise or a sunset. It could be […]
Hey everyone!! As the air turns crisp and cozy, November invites us to focus on gratitude for life. For digital scrapbookers, this season is a reminder of the joy in capturing memories that warm the heart. It’s all about documenting those moments of thankfulness—whether it’s family gatherings, quiet moments of reflection, or the laughter we […]
Greetings sweet scrappers!! To say I’m shocked at how quickly October has gone by is an understatement!! It is finally beginning to feel a little bit like fall here in far-northern Illinois and right now; while browsing the gallery and writing this blog, I am surrounded by the yummy aroma of a scrumptious pumpkin spice […]
According to Google, today we are to celebrate World Food Day. Food brings people together in a huge variety of ways, from family gatherings to first dates. Everyone has a favorite food, with varieties ranging from pizza to pasta, cookies to cakes, and all of the good stuff in between! So many amazing dishes and […]
When it comes to long-term project albums or monthly-focused albums, selecting the right products can make all the difference. These albums are more than just collections of memories—they’re a reflection of our evolving lives. Today, I’m sharing some of my favorite scrapbooking products that will help you stay organized, inspired, and excited about your long-term […]
Hello friends! Gosh, it’s hard to believe we’re welcoming in the month of October already and a new month of challenges has started! Seems that September was over in the blink of an eye!! While preparing for this post, I was blown away by the stunning layouts created by you, our amazing community for the […]
Hi there sweet scrappers! According to Google, today is National Daughter’s Day … a day to celebrate and cherish the gift of our daughters. Those that bring us so much love and joy into our lives. (Of course, those of us with sons feel the exact same way, but today we are talking about daughters). […]
Greetings my beautiful friends! When we see the popular catch phrase “be kind”, it reminds us to do something to make someone else’s day a little brighter, from a smile or a hug, to lending a helping hand. Today is “compliment your mirror day” and it is a day meant to remind us to be […]
Welcome to June Sweet Shoutouts! It’s mind blowing to me that this year is more than half over already! Time certainly marches on! The gallery is just oozing with creativity and today I’m here to showcase some of the fabulous layouts created by our awesome community members. Scrappinnewbie created a stunning page with Jennifer’s And […]
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