Looking for WARMTH!

I don't know about you, but I've been cold for far too long and I'm tired of winter. Though in my part of the world we haven't had much snow, it's been drab and I'm ready for summer! So, for a bright spot in your day, here are some summer layouts from last year to warm you - and if you're in the Southern Hemisphere, perhaps inspire you:

 

 

 

I had to add four layouts so all of my kids are represented :)

And, a bonus: after all, what colour can warm you more than a dose of YELLOW:

This last layout is based on a sketch from Sketchapalooza 5 held last fall right here at Feeling Scrappy. Have you signed up for Sketchapallooza 6? If not, what're you waiting for? Click here and join me, Becky and Jayne in all the fun! Don't miss out, sign up today! The course starts May 3rd and runs for four weeks - mark us in your plans for spring :)

Enjoy your day!

Back to Basics

The world of scrapbooking is filled with so many wonderful products. Products that fit every style imaginable but if you had to cut it down to the basics what would you choose? Today, I want to share my top five "basic" products. I reach for these product over and over again and they never fail me :)

1.) My Creative Memories tape runner. I have tried every adhesive under the sun and I always come back to this trust little blue darling. I find it to be the smoothest, strongest and easiest to use.
2.) We Are Memory Keepers page protectors. I changed over to these about 2 years ago and I have never looked back. Sturdy and strong, these protectors come in a variety of sizes and shapes and allow me freedom when I scrapbook which I love!

3.) American Crafts slick writer pens. In black thank you very much. I have a gazillion (literally) different colors and brands of pens but these are the ones I reach for most often.

4.) Bazzill cardstock. Love the colors. Love the texture. Love the weight. Love the line.

5.) Carl 12 inch personal rotary trimmer. This one may well be the biggest surprise on the list (I know it was to me!) I picked up this little baby about 8 years ago from Staples when I was heading to a over night crop because it was compact and cheap. I have tried many trimmers since that time but this is the only one that I have found that cuts straight time after time. I have a spare blade but have never had to change it yet and believe me when I say I have given this trimmer a good work out over the years.

So there you have it - my top 5 basics. What are yours?

Strawberry Spinach Salad

I was so excited to see fresh strawberries in the produce department this week I just had to make my family's all-time favorite salad. The measurements are just approximate as I tend to add things until it looks right. I hope you will give it a try and let me know what you think.

Strawberry Spinach Salad
1 package Fresh spinach
1/2 cup Sliced strawberries
1/4 cup Sliced almonds, toasted
1 Tablespoon Sesame seeds, toasted
1/4 cup Dressing (recipe below)


Dressing (makes approximately 1-1/4 cups)
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tablespoon poppyseeds
1 1/2 teaspoons minced onion
1/4 teaspoon cider vinegar
1/4 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup canola oil

Mix ingredients and heat for about 5 minutes, then toss with salad ingredients. Dressing will keep in refrigerator. Reheat to use on future salads.

Enjoy!

Becky

Sketchapalooza 6!

Sketchapalooza 6
May 3rd to May 31st 2010

We have an all new Sketch Class in the works for you! During this class you will be provided with tons of brand new original sketches (5 per week!) with examples of finished pages from our talented design team during this month long course. This fast paced, exciting class is suitable for any level of scrapper and caters to both traditional and digital artists alike. This class is perfect for anyone who wants to get a tons of pages done and wants to have a ball doing it!

Here is what you can expect during this class:

• A full four weeks of class running from May 3rd to May 31st
• Detailed sketches made exclusively for you by our design team
• 20 total sketches (5 per week!)
• Digital templates provided for PS or PSE for each sketch
• Tips and tid-bits to keep your creative juices flowing
• Fabulous creative examples for each sketch by our talented designers
• A private class forum with lots of support and friendly conversation
• A gallery filled with layout examples
• Self-paced class - do as much or as little as you like
• A PDF file including all the sketches from the class for you to keep for future reference
• Graduation crop with challenges, games and prizes
• Plus a few surprises :)

The cost for this month long class is only $25.00.
Ready to sign up? Just click the "Buy Now" button below.

New Designers!

I must first apologize for the delay in making this announcement. I am sincerely sorry to have kept you waiting! We are making a few changes here at Feeling Scrappy and I have decided to hold off on the guest design positions until a bit later this year (if you applied for a guest spot - I will be saving all the applications and contacting you at that time to see about your interest.)
Now on to the fun stuff!

Our two new Design Team members are...

Lee Currie and Becky Rico!

Many of you are familiar with these artists and I know you will be as inspired by their work as I am! We will be working as a team to bring you lots of fun new things on the blog and getting ready for a brand new class line up. I encourage you to visit their blogs to learn more about them:
Lee - Embrace Life
Becky - My Cre8tive Place

A little later this week you will get to see bios about both of them on our blog under the Design Team tab. Welcome Lee and Becky - we are thrilled to have you as a part of the Feeling Scrappy team!

Dt Deadline Extended!

We have extended the deadline for design team submissions to February 1st so you have a few extra days! (My main computer died and I need a bit of time to retrieve some files!) Hope this helps some of you that are considering the Feeling Scrappy Design team! You can find all the details in this post.

Design Team Call!

New Year, New Team!

We are seeking creative and fun scrapbookers who have the ability to inspire and motivate others with their work. Design Team members will be for a six-month term (Jan 20, 2010 - July 30, 2010) and the Guest Designers will serve for one class each (approx two months - one of planning and one during the actual class) No previous design team experience is required - we encourage all styles of scrappers to apply!

Design Team Members and Guest Designers will be expected to do the following during their term:
1.) Design approx 4-5 layouts or projects per month (based on classes) to be used as examples.
2.) Promote Feeling Scrappy whenever possible and create a link on your blog or website if applicable.
3.) Participate on a scheduled basis on the blog - working to make it a fun and inspiring place to read. (This includes posting and assisting with contests, crops and challenges)
4.) Assist with class development and be an active presence during classes providing support and encouragement to students.

For your commitment you will receive:
Regular DT members - recognition as a DT member, a scrappy gift every other month and free classes during your term.
Guest DT members - recognition as a Guest DT member, a free class during your term and 1/2 off the next class if you choose to take advantage of it.

We will accept applications from Wednesday, January 13, 2010 until Monday, Feb 1, 2010. We will announce the new team members right here on the blog Wednesday, Feb 3, 2010.

How to Apply:
Send the following to feelingscrappy at yahoo dot com:
1.) Your basic information: name, address, phone and e-mail.
2.) Four 12x12 scrapbook layouts (at least one of which should be a new layout not post anywhere on the Web - these can be traditional, digital or a combination) and one original 12x12 page layout sketch (this can be hand or computer generated and should be new/never posted on the Internet.)
3.) A link to your blog and/or image hosting site.
4.) a short bio about yourself that includes the answers to the following questions:
What do you consider your scrapbook style?
Are you a traditional, digital or combo scrapper?
Do you have experience working with Photoshop or PSE?
Are you an active on any message boards and if so which ones?
Why do you want to be on our DT?
Are you on any other teams? IF so, why do you want to be on more then one?
How would you be able to help promote Feeling Scrappy?
What do you feel you could bring to the design team?
Would you be willing to serve as either a regular DT or as a guest DT member?
If you would be interested in a Guest spot, are there any months between Feb and July 2010 that would not work for you?

We encourage you to apply and look forward to getting to know you (or seeing old friends!) Feel free to e-mail any questions to feelingscrappy at yahoo dot com.