Guest Designer Challenge Round Two-Project #1

[3Bugs&Me]

Wow Weeeee!! Congrats on Grandbaby #12 and for being picked to shine on HS. Congrats to all you other girls on your awesome cards this week. thanks for all the rad comments!!

Hugs to you all!!!!

[OhioMary]

Awww man you gals are getting all sappy and mushy on me now! I see it as that I've found new people to stalk and rip off ideas from. (see need a Riley in a striped shirt, with an old fashioned hat, and zorro mask...LOL!)...but to go the other way, this has been soooo much fun and I've enjoyed seeing everyone's creations and creating my own. Kristi was so kind to give us a free stamp to play with and from all of our creations has helped create a demand for the Bathtime Riley (I think I've been calling it Sophie the whole time...oops! Just didn't think men drank chapagne in a bubble bath.) Anyway, all you girls are talented...top 15 is nothing to sneeze at. Vicki thanks for keeping us cats herded and headed in the right direction. Now where are the tissues.

[HeathersBreak]

I KNOW!!! I am such a sap lol. I completely forgot about this being a challenge or contest. I have just enjoyed sharing, chatting, playing and creating with you all. I know I have made a few new friends and hope to make more in the future. This has been so much fun ~ I will be so sad to see it end. I got sad earlier when I added a post to my blog remembering that Saturday it is over

[scrappinangler]

Originally Posted by OhioMary

Awww man you gals are getting all sappy and mushy on me now! I see it as that I've found new people to stalk and rip off ideas from. (see need a Riley in a striped shirt, with an old fashioned hat, and zorro mask...LOL!)...but to go the other way, this has been soooo much fun and I've enjoyed seeing everyone's creations and creating my own. Kristi was so kind to give us a free stamp to play with and from all of our creations has helped create a demand for the Bathtime Riley (I think I've been calling it Sophie the whole time...oops! Just didn't think men drank chapagne in a bubble bath.) Anyway, all you girls are talented...top 15 is nothing to sneeze at. Vicki thanks for keeping us cats herded and headed in the right direction. Now where are the tissues.

Y'all are giving me the sniffles!! This has been so much fun! Maybe we should make our own comment group "Sistah's of Round 2"!! - that way it does not have to end!
I have been calling it Sophie too - thought it was a girl! LOL! Thanks to Vicki & Kristi for the opportunity!

[HeathersBreak]

The comment group sounds like a great idea !!! I really do not know many of you , but from reading your comments and laughing with you, I feel closer to you and know that you are a great bunch of ladies.
For the record, I too thought it was Sophie! lol! it is all over my blog and everywhere.. can we say EDIT???

Originally Posted by scrappinangler

Y'all are giving me the sniffles!! This has been so much fun! Maybe we should make our own comment group "Sistah's of Round 2"!! - that way it does not have to end!
I have been calling it Sophie too - thought it was a girl! LOL! Thanks to Vicki & Kristi for the opportunity!

[kjlowrey]

OK - so seriously, Sophie's a "he"???? I never even thought she may be the he! HA!!!! Guess I may change my color scheme for the last project now!!!

[KelliJo]

OK, I will be nice.....

I have had a blast doing this and the WAHOO thrill of being chosen #15 out of 15 was TOTALLYCOOL!!!! This has been fun and I have impressed myself with my entries... The entries of you all have been SO much fun to look at and copy cat ideas from.... It IS Sophie in the tub, Riley is a shower kinda dude!!! I mean, would Riley REALLY have curlers in his hair???

I have PM'ed and emailed with several of you and chatted on the thread with others... it's just been SO much fun!!!!

We will still be together at release parties.... as long as Kristi starts agreeing to have them on my day off...

The free stamp and time and energy that Kristi and Vicki have put in to this thing is SUPER GREAT!!!!

See ya on Saturday (if not before) upload time.... I'm STOKED!!!!!

[emptynextstamper]

Okay, no guy I know wears a shower cap and drinks champagne in a bubblebath. We were told that it was a Sophie and as far as I know that is a very feminine name.

LOL KelliJo we have all been impressed with your entries too!!! as well as everyone elses, I do not envy Kristi and Vicki the judging duties.

Vicki said that there was no particular order for listing the 15 Round 2 Sistah's so in my book we were 15 #1 finishers!!!

I'll know in another week what my new schedule for Sept to Jan will be, probably won't get nights again but I am hoping. If Kristi keeps the release parties on Monday nights I will be there as that is my night off anyway.

Now, stop all the blubbering, sappy stuff I am at work and everyone is looking at me funny. Just kidding It will be a real downer when the postings are completed on Saturday and the comments have been read and all that is left to do is wait for the results. Sad Sad day! But we have a new cute sophie to color

[KelliJo]

Originally Posted by emptynextstamper

Okay, no guy I know wears a shower cap and drinks champagne in a bubblebath. We were told that it was a Sophie and as far as I know that is a very feminine name.

LOL KelliJo we have all been impressed with your entries too!!! as well as everyone elses, I do not envy Kristi and Vicki the judging duties.

Vicki said that there was no particular order for listing the 15 Round 2 Sistah's so in my book we were 15 #1 finishers!!!

I'll know in another week what my new schedule for Sept to Jan will be, probably won't get nights again but I am hoping. If Kristi keeps the release parties on Monday nights I will be there as that is my night off anyway.

Now, stop all the blubbering, sappy stuff I am at work and everyone is looking at me funny. Just kidding It will be a real downer when the postings are completed on Saturday and the comments have been read and all that is left to do is wait for the results. Sad Sad day! But we have a new cute sophie to color

I am SURE that I will be getting some night shifts next year, we rotate weekends so never the same... but all the new booties are wanting day shift, so when we bid I will get bopped for at least TWO quarters.... I'll be lookin you up!!!!

[OhioMary]

Well I say if a new thread is started for the last project we can just continue to chat in that one or stay in this one. We got up to 5000 posts before they shut us down right? LOL! You all know I'm so there with all the release parties...except a few in between when they switched from Thursday to Monday. Kept showing up on Thursday to find out that I missed it. Hehehe.

Can't wait for Saturday girlies. Kristi and Vicki have a very tough job. Do you think we can bribe them with beverages of the adult kind to take us all? LOL.

[prbloom]

I finally got my final project done. It's been a rough week. My MIL fell down this past weekend and broke alot of bones, but the worse part is her pacemaker needs to be replaced. It stopped working 3 times and they were able to bring her back. They are from Maryland but were coming home from a visit to New Jersey this weekend. She blacked out and fell. She's 86 and my FIL is 91. They are in the hospital themselves and he doesn't want anyone to come and stay with them up there. We have all offered. My BIL's are still in MD and could come up and stay but he' a stubborn old guy! So in saying that, I hope my project will be ok. I just didn't feel as if I gave it 101% this time. I wish I could post it now and get it over with. Sat seems like a long way away!
Good Luck to all. Every project has been wonderful and I know I'm in special company of you wonderful creators!
Hugs!

[kjlowrey]

Originally Posted by prbloom

I finally got my final project done. It's been a rough week. My MIL fell down this past weekend and broke alot of bones, but the worse part is her pacemaker needs to be replaced. It stopped working 3 times and they were able to bring her back. They are from Maryland but were coming home from a visit to New Jersey this weekend. She blacked out and fell. She's 86 and my FIL is 91. They are in the hospital themselves and he doesn't want anyone to come and stay with them up there. We have all offered. My BIL's are still in MD and could come up and stay but he' a stubborn old guy! So in saying that, I hope my project will be ok. I just didn't feel as if I gave it 101% this time. I wish I could post it now and get it over with. Sat seems like a long way away!
Good Luck to all. Every project has been wonderful and I know I'm in special company of you wonderful creators!
Hugs!

Hey Paula - your family is in our thoughts! It's always something, isn't it?! My FIL just started radiation treatments for 6 1/2 weeks. We're worried about him...and I'm scrambling to get babysitters for the youngest two for the start of school meetings. I think we need a bubblebath with some bubbly!

Good for you for completing your project...working on mine...and nervous to see what everyone else comes up with as I know they'll all be great!

Good luck to everyone and "see" you Saturday!

[HeathersBreak]

I had all of my projects completed the first week I had Sophie and I USUALLY procrastinate. I did add the final touches last night and am done
I am so sorry to hear about your MIL. I agree with the other comment, it seems it is always something. We just have to remember God is in control and keep your faith up. I will say a prayer for her as well as the FIL that was mentioned. It saddens me when those we love get sick or hurt. I hope they heal and get well fast.
School and life is going to keep most of us busy here in the next few weeks. Hope you all settle into a schedule fast. Can't wait for Saturday

Originally Posted by prbloom

I finally got my final project done. It's been a rough week. My MIL fell down this past weekend and broke alot of bones, but the worse part is her pacemaker needs to be replaced. It stopped working 3 times and they were able to bring her back. They are from Maryland but were coming home from a visit to New Jersey this weekend. She blacked out and fell. She's 86 and my FIL is 91. They are in the hospital themselves and he doesn't want anyone to come and stay with them up there. We have all offered. My BIL's are still in MD and could come up and stay but he' a stubborn old guy! So in saying that, I hope my project will be ok. I just didn't feel as if I gave it 101% this time. I wish I could post it now and get it over with. Sat seems like a long way away!
Good Luck to all. Every project has been wonderful and I know I'm in special company of you wonderful creators!
Hugs!

[OhioMary]

Paula, I'm so sorry to hear about your MIL. I'll keep her in my thoughts that she has a quick recovery. Kudos to you in being able to get your project done. Kim it is always something but if we didn't care or worry about others we wouldn't be human right? Keeping your FIL in my thoughts as well.

I've gathered some stuff for my project and I hope I get to work on it tonight and tomorrow. So exciting!

[prbloom]

Thanks for your thoughts. I just spoke with Barry's Dad and he said Mom is doing ok for now. She hasn't had anything happen with the heart for the last two days. She's just a little sick in her tummy now from the med's so they are going to try a patch for the pain instead. She was able to eat a bit of breakfast. They're still trying to get her sugar count where it's suppose to be. But at least for now, the news was good. It's nice to be able to share this with friends who care. I always say crafters are the best!

[OhioMary]

Originally Posted by prbloom

Thanks for your thoughts. I just spoke with Barry's Dad and he said Mom is doing ok for now. She hasn't had anything happen with the heart for the last two days. She's just a little sick in her tummy now from the med's so they are going to try a patch for the pain instead. She was able to eat a bit of breakfast. They're still trying to get her sugar count where it's suppose to be. But at least for now, the news was good. It's nice to be able to share this with friends who care. I always say crafters are the best!

That is good news. I always say a little food always does a person good.

Crafters are the best until you get them to an Expo or Craft Show...

[prbloom]

Mary, I say crafters will always share until it's the last package of a new something or other on the shelf! I'd be happy to share any images I have or buttons or ribbon, but I draw the line at...oh yea, I'm happy to share with who ever wants anything I have! There's a lady who wants me to teach her and her friends a class, but we haven't been able to set a date, so I just told her to come on over when the kids get back in school and play in my pen all day. Sharing IS a good thing! Now if anyone wants to share dinner for me tonight, as Martha says, that's a good thing!

[emptynextstamper]

As you know Paula from my postings with KelliJo, you probably don't want me to share dinner with you, I tend to only cook when I absolutely have to, my husband is an adult and knows how to cook so he isn't going to starve, no kids at home so I'd rather stamp.
Glad to hear that your MIL is doing a little better, it is always so hard when you think you should be somewhere to help out but stubborn pride just won't let them allow it. I think that this group of Sistah's of Round 2 will be here for each other. Glad you were able to get your final project done. Only two more days until we get to reveal "The Final Project!"
You take care of yourself too, I'll be thinking about you and your family.

[KelliJo]

WAHOOO!!!!!!

I made Kristi's blog too!!!! there were THREE of us this week... she is showcasing our cards!!!! We are in the BIG TIME now!!!

[virgo5]

Hi to all the fabulous guest designer contestants! I just wanted to drop a quick note to say I'm so looking forward to seeing everyone's creations! My perfect idea lightbulb didn't turn on til this afternoon! Unfortunately I was in a total packing frenzy by then so I'll have to make it some other time! darnit!

I'm leaving with my kids in the morning to a cottage with the rest of my family. We're gone for a week. I'm sneaking my laptop along, but will not get much online time or my Mom will be rapping my knuckles!

Good Luck to everyone,
Laurie

[dawnbarghorn]

Although I have not posted too much to this thread, I have enjoyed reading all the chatter. It has been a pleasure working with all of you over the last three weeks. All the cards and projects have been fantastic so far.

I scheduled my blog post for Saturday morning and hopefully I will remember to post my project here tomorrow. Like Laurie, I am off for vacation tomorrow. My family and I are renting a house at the beach for a week. Yea! The house we are renting does not have internet, but I am sure I will spend some time at McDonalds using the free WiFi. At least I won't have time to stress over the long wait until next Saturday when the results are posted!

Good luck everyone!

[HeathersBreak]

YAY! You go KelliJo Off to check it out soon

Can't wait to see all the beauties tomorrow! Good luck ladies! And those of you leaving for vaca ~ have a safe and fun trip, I am not jealous at all


OK you boob~ why didn't you tell me i was on there too, lol! I actually blushed when I saw mine. Cheeks all red and hot. Odd, lol.

Originally Posted by KelliJo

WAHOOO!!!!!!

I made Kristi's blog too!!!! there were THREE of us this week... she is showcasing our cards!!!! We are in the BIG TIME now!!!

[scrappinangler]

Yay!! I had no idea I was on there either!!

This contest has been so much fun, but I am biting my nails about tomorrow's post!

I wish safe travels for everyone taking off this weekend!

Paula, glad to know your MIL is doing a little better. I will keep her in my thoughts.

I wanted to wish everyone good luck with tomorrow!

T

[emptynextstamper]

Originally Posted by HeathersBreak

YAY! You go KelliJo Off to check it out soon

Can't wait to see all the beauties tomorrow! Good luck ladies! And those of you leaving for vaca ~ have a safe and fun trip, I am not jealous at all


OK you boob~ why didn't you tell me i was on there too, lol! I actually blushed when I saw mine. Cheeks all red and hot. Odd, lol.

Too Funny Heather!! When I read that I burst out laughing. Congratulations BTW, isn't it fun to see your card on Kristi's Blog,

The anticipation of posting our final project is down right nerve wracking! I LOVE IT!!! I won't breathe from the time I post until I get to read at least one comment... so please someone be up late tonight because I am old and can't hold my breath too long

Here lies Cathy
Old and Blue.
She had to post
her project was due.
She was so excited
she forgot what to do...
Here lies Cathy
Old and Blue

[adelaros]

You guys are too funny. I've enjoyed reading your posts here and enjoying all the FABULOUS cards you beautiful ladies have submitted.

[emptynextstamper]

Originally Posted by adelaros

You guys are too funny. I've enjoyed reading your posts here and enjoying all the FABULOUS cards you beautiful ladies have submitted.

It might be down right scarey if we were all in a room together Thank heaven for the internet!!!

[adelaros]

Originally Posted by emptynextstamper

It might be down right scarey if we were all in a room together Thank heaven for the internet!!!

Scary or not, it would be great to get together!

[emptynextstamper]

Originally Posted by adelaros

Scary or not, it would be great to get together!

Don't get me wrong, I would quit my day job to be there!!!

[KelliJo]

Originally Posted by emptynextstamper

Don't get me wrong, I would quit my day job to be there!!!

OH IM ALLLL OVER THAT!!!!! AND getting together....

Looking forward to posting, perhaps I will stay up late as I have a VACATION DAY tomorrow then work Sunday THEN off Mon-Wed....

[emptynextstamper]

I just knew that you would comment on the poem that I wrote concerning posting our projects late tonight....

[OhioMary]

Eeep! Has anyone seen my mojo? I'm in the middle of three different projects and it is already 10:35pm with nothing finished.

I loved the poem Cathy and congrats to all you girls that made it on Krisiti's blog. That is just too freakin' cool! Okay I'm off to look for my mojo. See you girls in a few hours.

[KelliJo]

Originally Posted by emptynextstamper

I just knew that you would comment on the poem that I wrote concerning posting our projects late tonight....

I loved the poem! LOL I am actually gonna be posting tonight since I am STILL awake and not having to work tomorrow... it has been a energy suckin kind of week for me! A VERY Dangerous MI came in to our "house" and you are laughing with him all the while ready to have to fight for life... he's straight up Criminally Insane.. he FINALLY got transferred on Felony charges but OMG I AM EXHAUSTED!!!! UGH!!! I'll sleep GOOOOOOD tonight....

[KelliJo]

Originally Posted by OhioMary

Eeep! Has anyone seen my mojo? I'm in the middle of three different projects and it is already 10:35pm with nothing finished.

I loved the poem Cathy and congrats to all you girls that made it on Krisiti's blog. That is just too freakin' cool! Okay I'm off to look for my mojo. See you girls in a few hours.

If I had missing MOJO like you and last minute projects that turned out like yours I would SO not be nervous.... I just can NOT pull stuff out my arse like you do.... SO well done for last minute projects my friend!!!! Cant wait to see what appears!!!!

[KelliJo]

Well, it's time for all good things to come to an end... so lets end it with a lil fun.....

X Rated

Take a Peek

Ladies, I cant wait to see everyone else's projects I am SURE I wont stop ooo'ing and awwww'ing...

Thank you Kristi and Vickie for all you have done....

PS Here is my blog post, turn up the speakers I got a special lil ditty on my blog JUST FOR THIS POST!!!! LOL

Blog post: http://mommachull.blogspot.com/2009/...dt-abac3d.html

[emptynextstamper]

Hey, I'm not first this week!!! I just want to say how truly awesome this 3 weeks have been and how many wonderful new friends I have made through this fantastic experience, Thank you so much Kristi and Vicki. Hanna Stamps Rocks!

Here is my Relaxation Basket of Sophie Moose Spa Products:

SCS: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...&ppuser=106794
SCS: http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...&ppuser=106794

My Blog: http://inkitupstampitout.blogspot.co...r-round-2.html

[OhioMary]

I'll write my post in the morning. I just got done and I'm sleepy.

[HeathersBreak]

This challenge flew by! I am sad this is our last day but excited just the same to share and see what you have all created Thanks Kristi and Vicki for all the fun!
Here is my final project: Smiles for My Friend

[HeathersBreak]

HAHAHAHA!!! Reading last nights post wishing I had been on to share in the fun Loved the poem Cathy hehehe! KelliJo, You have me totally confused lol! What is a MI?? I have not had my coffee yet and lets face it I am not very 'in the know' when it comes to things like this. It took me forever to figure out what KWIM meant in your PM, LOL!!! Love ya girls! Great stuffs you have created! I cant stop drooling over all the weeks projects Have a wonderful day

[kjlowrey]

I can't believe it's been three weeks already! Way to go gals! It's been fun, and what an honor to stamp with you all! Here's my 3D project - which I found more difficult to photograph - so check out my blog to see more pics, and I'll post two on Splitcoast.

It's a handmade paper "bath" caddy - thinking of altering to make a back to school teacher caddy for the kids' teachers...along with a door hanger and gift card holder. All with coordinating papers from Madison Avenue Metropolitan Collection (yes, an OLD paper that I've been unable to part with for years : )

Here it is on my blog:
http://sewstampscrapbook.blogspot.co...h-me-luck.html

And on Splitcoast:

http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...0&ppuser=99242
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...0&ppuser=99242

[prbloom]

Not fun trying to upload this morning! It's either my computer or this site today but I had a heck of a time getting my pictures on! Thank goodness that's done! I'm so happy that Saturday finally got here too! I ended up having to put 4 pictures on SCS and I'm not happy with the way they came out, but hopefully you'll get the idea!

The main picture of the two items is
http://www.splitcoaststampers.com/ga...0&ppuser=13808

On my blog
http://lovebloomsinme.blogspot.com/

Thank you one and all for all your prayers and good thoughts for my MIL. I know it's going to help. She's going to have the pacemaker done on Monday. She'll be in the hospital at least another week. Then to a rehab center for another month. She has a long road to go.

Paula