Swirlydoo's GDT "TIMELESS" Reveal!

Swirlydoo's

I am sooooooo super excited to be the Guest Designer for the company Swirlydoo's!!

Their kits rock my world and I had a blast playing with the June kit "Timeless"

Take a peek at this BEAUTIFUL kit featuring

My Mind's Eye "Bella Bella" Papers!

Krissy's kits have a record for selling out within hours, so don't wait!!

I have to be honest when I say that I think that this is the best

scrapbook kit club out there right now- you do not want to miss these kits!

Soooooo you wanna peek? ;-)

here is what I did so far with this stunning kit

{and there is PLENTY left over for more projects!}

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"J & M" {Julianna & Memama}

My mom & daughter

I used Glimmer Mist to dye the Prima lace & on the Butterfly wings.

The cardboard tag was made from the 7 Gypies left over packaging

"Laugh" {my 2 darling daughters that truly love being with each other!}

I used Glossy Accents over Glimmer Mist & Ink on the Chipboard Flowers

June Sketch Layout:

"Nana" {picture of my grandmother and me when I was a baby}

and my favorite:

"My Heart" Mini Book

{made out of 1 sheet of 12x12 PP, folded and sewn to create pockets}

The lacy sleeve slides right off so that you can open up the book.

I enclosed a 7 Gypsies Flashcard with the first initial of each of my children's names,

and then tucked a recent picture of each one behind the card in the pocket.

There is special journaling to each child on the back of the flashcard.

thanks so much for looking- hope to see you over at Swirlydoo's!

xoxo~ Zoa :-)

Friday Favs 5/29/09

Happy Friday!! :-)

It is FINALLY summer vacation for my kids and I am loving every minute! Here are 5 of my favorite things about summer:

1. Nature {flowers, trees, birds etc.}

2. Afternoon Rain Showers

3. Relaxing outside by/in the pool

4. Picnics

5. Camping

which we are doing this weekend!! we leave this afternoon for 3 days of family fun~ woohooo!

other notable summer favorites for me....

• lemonade
• sunshine
• cooking out
• popsicles
• bubbles
• watermelon
• backyard parties
• long evening walks through the neighborhood
• going to the lake
• fresh vegetables from the garden
• spending time with my kids :-)

are you going to do any of these things? Make sure you take your camera along to capture all of summer's fun, so that you can scrap these memorable events later!!

whatever you will be doing this weekend, enjoy it!

xoxo~ Zoa :-)

Everything Scrappn' Blog Hop & RAK!

It is time for another Everything Scrappn' page reveal! We thought it would be fun to have a blog hop so that you could see what the design team has been busy creating!

Visit the Everything Scrappn' BLOG to get started on the blog hop & leave a comment for a chance to win this awesome RAK (Rusty Pickle Prize Pack!)

***Make sure you VOTE for ZOA!!!***

For my page reveal, I have had a BLAST with the new Rebellious line by PRIMA (and y'all know I love everything Prima! YUMMY!)

Here is what I have been doing:

"Juls" Supplies:

• Prima Rebellious
• Prima Felt Matties- Stars
• American Craft Thicker Rainboots
• Petaloo Glitter Sheets

"Pirate Princess" Supplies:

• Prima Rebellious
• Creative Imaginations Holey Modern Dot Paper
• Petaloo Glitter Sheets
• Fancy Pants White Ball Trim
• Prima Say it in Crystals Corner (on order)

{I posted this page a couple weeks ago, but wanted to re-post with my other "Rebellious" samples}

"Rebellious" Supplies:

• Prima Rebellious
• Creative Imaginations Holey Modern Dot Paper
• American Craft Thicker Rainboots
• Petaloo Glitter Sheets
• Prima Say it in Pearls (on order)

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One more thing!!!

FREE SHIPPING on all orders over $35 thru May 30th!!!

Enter Coupon Code: Kenny

Everything Scrappn' STORE

....so what are you waiting for? Go BLOG HOPPING & make sure you enter for that great Rusty Pickle prize pack!!! Don't forget to tell them that ZOA sent ya :-)

xoxo~ Zoa!

Friday Favs 5/15/09

1. Confederate Jasmine
this is my favorite plant EVER!!! Hearty for zones 8-11, I was devastated when I moved to a zone 3-4 two years ago. I was recently at my local plant nursery and I squeeled with delight when I found "my" Jasmine in their tropical plant section!! I brought some home this week and I have been enjoying it immensly! The scent is HEAVENLY... and I will bring my sweetie plant inside when the weather gets chilly :)



2. Dave Ramsey & Financial Peace University
I have loved Dave for several years now... he is a financial genious! Matt and I went through his course "Financial Peace University" several years ago & learned so much! We just decided to go through the course again and our first class was this week. I am excited :)



3. Gerbera Daisies
I LOVE these gorgeous flowers! I won a lovely vase full of them this week at MOPS. I have been enjoying them in my living room ever since :)

4. Close to My Heart "Be Yourself" Diva Stamp Set

I love these DIVA stamps! I went to a crop last weekend and there was a CTMH rep there with all her goodies! I had so much fun playing and shopping and I LOVE LOVE LOVE this stamp set! (stamp of the month for May!)

5. Texas Roadhouse

Recently discovered this restaurant and it is quickly rising to my favs! I love the rolls & I have a blast everytime we go! YUM!!!

Hope y'all have a WONDERFUL weekend! Enjoy it!
xoxo~ Zoa

Want this badge?

PS.....After 10 years.......Shimmerz is bringing back SPRITZ!!!

To Celebrate the re-lease of Spritz on May 20th, Shimmerz is having a Giveaway.

***To win some Spritz Head over to the Shimmerz Blog***

Everything Scrappn' Reveal & RAK!

Today is the mid-month DT reveal for Everything Scrappn' !!!

there is some great stuff in the store, including the Rebellious line by PRIMA & the Fetching line by Pink Paislee {2 of my FAVORITE companies!}

Here are my examples of these awesome lines....

"Rebellious"

Prima "Rebellious"
Rebellious- Revolt
Rebellious- Rebel
Rebellious- Essentials 6 Flowers
Prima Say it in Pearls (black) - on order
Rainboots- Black Thickers
Creative Imaginations Holey Modern Dot Paper (white)
Petaloo Glitter Sheets- Purple, Black & Lime


"Just Us"

Pink Paislee "Fetching"
Fetching- Rugged Pattern Paper
Fetching- Spirited Pattern Paper
Fetching- Confident Die Cut Pattern Paper
Fetching Sticker Book
Fetching Chipboard Alphas

other items used: Basic Grey Brads


"My Son"

Pink Paislee "Fetching"
Fetching- Charming Pattern Paper
Fetching- Spirited Pattern Paper
Fetching Sticker Book
Prima Say it in Crystals- on order

Other items used: Orange Fabric Chipboard Thickers

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Now, Go visit the

Everything Scrappn' Blog

TODAY and leave a comment for a chance to win a RAK!!!

{tell them ZOA sent ya!!}

Friday Favs 5/8/09

I had a wonderful Birthday- thanks so much for all the Birthday Wishes!!!
Our road trip was a BLAST!!
here are the highlites:

1. The 100 Mile Yard Sale TOP FINDS

*Antique, hand carved, hand painted dresser


*Antique chair turned plant stand {and a bunch of GORGEOUS flowers!}

*Anything ROOSTER/CHICKEN catches my eye- and so did this handmade cabinet!


*We found a man that makes birdhouses and bird feeders, and we bought this 16 room Martin Condo from him, along with several smaller feeders and houses. (weighs over 100lbs!)


other notable finds:
vintage butterfly ring
Eddie Bauer 9 person tent *brand new!*
white cowgirl boots for Anabelle
a table top fountain
15 wooden puzzles for Anabelle
baseball gloves for the Simon & Oliver
LiteBright for Julianna
misc. knick knacks

2. Papa's Barn Boutique & Craft Fair
This place was soooooo much fun! We found it in Wabasha, MN. & they had lots of different consignors with all different kinds of antiques, crafts and woodwork. Plus Kettle Corn! YUM! We spent the afternoon at the farm and had a blast!









3. Prescott, WI
the first town after we crossed the MN border into WI. This town was adorable!! A historical town along the Mississippi River, Prescott is the beginning of the scenic "Great River Road". The 100 mile yard sale was along the route of the Great River Road and it was GORGEOUS!





4. Panera Bread
I love Panera sooo much! We stopped by the cafe in St. Cloud, MN and stocked up on bagels and paninis for the road!

5. AMAZING Photography Opportunities
{some of my fav pics I took on the trip}


















I had such a FABULOUS time- I can't wait for next year!
Have a great weekend y'all!
xoxo~ Zoa