SP Color Combo # 62

Just in the nick of time. We have been working over at our barn the last few days repairing fences, cleaning up from recent storms etc. and I realized I hadn't submitted my Scrapmaster's Paradise Color Combo Challenge. I believe I did barn chores in record time so I could get my project submitted for the challenge. Thanks Samantha for providing awesome weekly challenges that not only help my creativity, but help motivate me with dreaded chores.

Here is this weeks challenge

and here is my take

I haven't had much time lately to scrap or create cards, so it seemed like the perfect time to use My Digital Studio. It is so quick and easy.

For this weeks challenge, we were to use the colors Baja Breeze, Blushing Bride and So Saffron. I was able to incorporate all of the colors, plus use some of the embellishments and stamps. I am quite happy with my project and the time it took to make.

If you are in my area and would stop by and get it a try, please give me a call.

Be Blessed,

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

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My Stampin' Story

In an earlier post, I explained "My Why" (why I want to grow my Stampin' Up! business) as part of our Recruit Crew Challenge. Today I would like to share "My Stampin' Story." I hope you enjoy it.

Since becoming certified with My Digital Studio, I am enjoying playing around with new techniques and options MDS has. For those of you who haven't been to one of my crops, I have MDS available for you to try out. It is an awesome program to add to your crafting needs. If you are in my area and would like to stop by and try it out, give me a call or email me. You can also click HERE to purchase your very own copy.

Be Blessed Everyone!

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

My Why

I am participating in a Recruit Crew Challenge through Stampin' Up! One of my assignments was to create a "My Why" statement listing the reasons why my Stampin' Up! business is important to me and what I would like to do to improve my business. I completed my challenge and made this visual reminder with My Digital Studio. I am soooo loving this program.

Be Blessed and Happy Friday

Shannon

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

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TGIF!!

I had such a wonderful day. Because I am self-employed as a bookkeeper, I set Fridays aside to get groceries, pay bills, catch up on laundry and clean my house. The last few Fridays, I have booked myself up and then resent everything around me. I always have big dreams, that I will get everything on my list done and then have lots of time to spend working on my scrapbooks, prepare for classes, etc. IT NEVER HAPPENS. I know a lot of you probably feel the same way that there is never enough time to get everything done. I mentioned something to my cousin and she recommended I read "When Women Long for Rest" by Cindi McMenamin. It is such a good book as it explains what the world calls rest is superficial and DOES NOT last. I have been doing the exercises and finding time to relax and seek God for guidance. Even though I am not "there", I know turning my "junk" over to God and letting him handle my burdens will allow me to spend quality time with the people I love so much and be able to find time to do the hobbies I enjoy. That being said, my "To Do List" today still has a bunch of stuff on it, but my daughter and son enjoyed a terrific "homemade" lunch and found time to laugh about our day. I also found time to make my oldest son Jeffrey's birthday card (early I might add) using My Digital Studio.

God is so good!

Blessings,

Shannon Willis

www.shannonscropstop.stampinup.net

Sweet Sunday Sketch Challenge # 74

Okay, can anyone say "BORING." I haven't been able to work on any cards, scrapbooks or any other sort of paper crafts, other than bills since returning from North Carolina. :( And as we all know, that isn't any fun. I was excited to check in over at Karen's blog on Sunday morning and had big aspirations about submitting an awesome card but, my week got away from me and this is what I was able to throw together. Here is the sketch



and here is my awful creation




I am even unhappy with my MDS card. I completed my certification training for MDS (awesome program if I might add) and had to submit a card for professional printing.





Do you think I am in a crafter's slump???!! I have to shake this as tomorrow evening is our monthly crop and I have a pile of pictures to scrap. Maybe a good night rest will be just the trick.

Stamps: Three Little Words
Ink: Always Artichoke
Paper: Apricot Appeal, Ruby Red, Cameo Coral, Always Artichoke
Accessories: Big Shot Perfect Polka Dot embossing folder, Apricot Appeal ribbon

Blessings,

Shannon