✂️🐾☕Saturdays Are Made for Me☕🐾✂️

I'm the guest designer again at LASTING MEMORIES. This month the challenges are focused on numbers. This week the number is FOUR, so the challenge is FOUR photos, FOUR squares, FOUR embellishments and FOUR word title on your layout.

Here's the layout I created.

Saturday is my day to enjoy the little things I love !

This layout captures what a typical Saturday looks like for me—from starting the day with a good cup of coffee to spending time crafting, playing with my Cricut (I used my Cricut to make the title), and, of course, enjoying some special puppy time.

I wanted this page to feel fun and personal, so I included photos that show the things that make my Saturdays my Saturdays. There’s something so nice about having a day to slow down, get creative, spend time with Zoe, and simply enjoy doing the things I love.

I kept the layout soft and feminine with a pretty pink color scheme, buttons, twine and lots of little details done with a white gel pen.

It’s a snapshot of an ordinary Saturday, but those ordinary moments are often the ones worth remembering most. ☕🐾✂️

Sharing my project with:

~Art Nudge-photo inspiration

~Creative Crafting Uncles-feminine

~Heart's Quest Pretty in Pink-anything goes in pink

~Dragonfly Dreams-monochromatic

~Double D-pretty in pink

~Girlz Creative Splash It With Color-pink and/or brown

~Inspirational-word prompt

~A Place To Start-anything goes

~613 Avenue Create-anything goes

~A Perfect Time To Craft-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

🐝🌼 Queen Bee in Her Happy Place🌼🐝

Sometimes the best scrapbook pages are the ones that capture the little things that make us happy. This layout is all about my happy place—my craft room, where I can put on my headphones, listen to my favourite music, and get lost in creating.

I chose a cheerful combination of floral patterned paper, black-and-white buffalo plaid, and warm yellow accents. The little bees, flowers, honey details, and touches of lace add so much personality to the page.

I love how the two photos capture me enjoying my creative space, and the handwritten journaling adds an extra personal touch. The title “This Is My Happy Place” says it all. 

For me, crafting isn't just about making things—it's about taking some time for myself, getting creative, and simply enjoying the process. This page is a little reminder of just how happy my craft room makes me !

Materials-Echo Park pattern paper and stickers, Prima flowers, lace (from dollar store)

Sharing my project with:

~Lasting Memories-#813 (favorite place) My craft room. I always have had a craft room in any house I've lived in and I alway love listening to music there.

~~TOP 3~~

~Farm Quest Home-anything home-related

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Beautiful Blossoms-flowers are focal

~Moving Along With the Times-feminine

~Night Owls-bow

~I Spy With My Little Eye-something yellow

~Little Red Wagon-X3 (Prima flowers)

~Ellibelle's Garden Party-anything in or from a garden

~A Place To Start-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

A Little Sunshine & Puppy Love

This 6x6 layout captures such a happy moment of me and Zoe during our time at Topsail Beach in September 2024. I wanted the whole page to reflect that joyful, carefree feeling, so I chose this fun floral background filled with beautiful colors and smiling faces—it instantly makes me smile!

The photo is framed with an orange border to really make it pop, and I added a few simple embellishments like the “be happy” sentiment and that adorable smiley face to carry the theme throughout the page. I kept the design fairly clean so the focus stays on this special moment with Zoe, but still playful enough to match the vibe.

This little layout is a reminder that it’s the simple moments—fresh air, ocean views, and time with my sweet girl—that bring the biggest smiles.

Sharing my project with:

~Creative Aunts-circles

~Love Those Pretty Papers-anything with patterned papers

~Challenge YOUrself-

~Pammie's Inky Pinkies-anything goes

~Path of Positivity-anything positive

~Sisterhood of Crafters-make someone smile

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Creative Fingers-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Sweet Zoe & the Little Things

This layout is all about capturing one of those quiet, heart-melting moments with our sweet Zoe. I kept the design warm and cozy with rich autumn tones, letting the colors reflect that feeling of comfort and gratitude.

The close-up photo of Zoe really draws you in—those big, soulful eyes say it all! I layered it on patterned paper and added some simple textures like the trim along the side to give the page a soft, homey feel without overwhelming the photo.

To complement the mood, I included a journaling card that says “I am grateful for the little things” which perfectly sums up how I feel about moments like this. Sometimes it’s the simplest memories—like Zoe resting quietly—that mean the most.

This page came together as a reminder to slow down and appreciate those everyday bits of joy… especially when they come with four paws and a wagging tail.

Sharing my project with:

~Stash Bash Challenge-scrapbook page using kit that I created (see kit items below)

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Farm Quest Home-anything home-related

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Girlz Rebel-pearls

~Make My Monday-monotone

~Love To Craft-anything goes

~A Perfect Time to Craft-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Rooted in Love: Remembering Lexi, Celebrating Zoe

This layout is very close to my heart. It features a photo of sweet Zoe sitting beside the tree we planted in memory of our beloved Lexi. Watching this tree grow over time feels like a living tribute—full of love, memories, and connection.

I chose warm, earthy tones and a cozy plaid pattern to reflect the feeling of comfort and remembrance. The layers and soft textures help ground the design, much like the roots of the tree itself.

The hidden journaling is tucked into the pocket. It holds personal thoughts and memories. I love how hidden journaling allows us to include deeper emotions without overwhelming the visual design.

The title, “Lexi’s Tree” says it simply, but holds so much meaning. This page is a reminder that love never really leaves us—it just grows in new ways.

Sharing my project with:

~Stash Bash Challenge-scrapbook page using kit that I created (see kit items below)

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Critter Crazy Challenges-anything with a critter (no people)

~Farm Quest Home-anything home-related

~~RUNNER UP~~

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Girlz Rebel-pearls

~Pearly Sparkles-something old (Thickers letters), something new (Echo Park kit I got for my birthday last month)

~Craft Rocket-layer it up

~Love Those Pretty Papers-anything with patterned papers

~Love To Scrap-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Scrapping Sisterly Love

The April challenge is posted at ONE MORE PAGE. It's "always anything goes-scrapbooking layouts". This is the second month, and we're hoping for the same success of the first month. We got 11 entries and that was awesome !

This scrapbook page celebrates one of the most special bonds in life—sisters. The photo, taken in August 2024, captures a beautiful moment of all of us together, smiling and enjoying time outdoors. It’s one of those simple photos that instantly brings back the feeling of laughter, stories, and the comfort of being with people who have known you your whole life.

I chose a soft floral background to reflect the warmth and sweetness of our relationship, with lots of little flowers and hearts scattered across the page. The stitched frames and hand-drawn doodle lines around the photo help draw the eye to the center while adding a cozy, handmade feel to the layout.

The title “Sisters Are Forever” says it all. No matter where life takes us or how busy things get, that sister connection never fades. This page is a reminder of the memories we’ve shared growing up and the many more moments we will continue to create together.

Sometimes a single photo is all it takes to capture a lifetime of friendship, love, and sisterhood.

Materials: Basic Grey kit items, Thickers letters, Sharpie marker for doodling

Sharing my project with:

~Girlz Creative Crafts-flowers

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Love To Scrap-anything goes

~Paper Funday-anything goes

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

~Conjuror of Dreams-anything goes

~Crafts Galore Encore-anything goes

~Classic Design Challenge-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Fall in Love with This Li'l Pumpkin

Today was a SNOW DAY !! What?

No, folks, this is not an April Fool's Day joke ! We really did get a snow day and we got a lot of snow, too. Not as much as we got during other storms this Winter.

I got a free day in my craft room to create cards, layouts and any other craft I wanted !!

Here's a layout I made.

There’s nothing sweeter than Fall days and puppy cuddles—and this layout captures both perfectly !

For this page, I documented some adorable photos of Zoe posing with her very own pumpkin (that we carved later for Halloween). Her curious expression and the Autumn colors made this layout come together so naturally. I chose a rich, warm background to really make the photos pop, and layered them with pumpkin-patterned papers to tie everything into that cozy Fall theme.

The title “Our Li’l Pumpkin” felt like the perfect fit—not only for the season, but for Zoe herself ! I added some dimension with layered title pieces and subtle doodling and stitching details to give the page extra texture and interest.

Little embellishments like the flower sticker, fall leaves, and tag help tell the story without taking away from those sweet photos. I also love how the repeated photo layout lets Zoe’s personality shine in each shot.

This page is a reminder of how the simplest moments—just a pup, a pumpkin, and a crisp Fall day—can turn into the most treasured memories.

Materials-Echo Park kit items, Thickers letters, Sharpie for doodling

Sharing my project with:

~Lasting Memories (LM 792)-FLOWERS (F-Fall, L-leaves (on pattern paper), O-orange paper, W-white letters, E-Echo Park kit, R-rectangles, S-stickers(pumpkin and flower) )

~Carlin's Challenge-cute/sweet

~Crafty Animals-anything with an animal

~Critter Crazy Challenges-anything with a critter (no people)

~Girlz Creative Fun Art of Scrap-anything with patterned paper

~Pearly Sparkles-something old (Thickers letters), something new (Echo Park kit I got for my birthday last month)

~Try It On Tuesday-cute

~Crafty Catz-anything goes

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

Bee-utiful Moments in Bloom

My layout was inspired by a quiet moment in my garden, where I captured a sweet little bee enjoying my flowers. I wanted to highlight not only the beauty of the photos but also the important role these tiny pollinators play.

To bring the theme to life, I leaned into a bold black and yellow color palette, mimicking the classic bee colors. The honeycomb patterns on either side frame the page beautifully and draw your eye right to the center, where the photos take the spotlight.

I layered the images on floral patterned paper to echo the natural setting, and added playful sentiments like “Bee Awesome” and “What’s the Buzz” to keep the layout lighthearted and fun. The angled photo placement adds movement—almost like the bee is buzzing from one flower to the next!

This page is a celebration of the little things in nature that bring so much joy—and a reminder to slow down and notice the beauty right outside our door.

Materials: Echo Park kit, cardstock, honeycomb cut from cardstock using my Cricut, distress oxide on the edges, white gel pen

Sharing my project with:

~Beautiful Blossoms-flowers are focal

~Allsorts-things with wings

~Creative Moments-bunnies or blooms

~Dream Factory-Sweet Little Things (something small-bee)

~Girlz Creative Crafts-flowers

~Moving Along With the Times-birds and/or bees

~NBUS-never before used (a brand new Echo Park kit called Bee Happy)

~Triple B-birds, blooms, butterflies

~Lasting Memories (LM 789)- GREEN (G-gel pen, R-rectangles, E-edge distressing (can hardly see it, but there's distressing on the edges), E-Echo Park kit, N-nature photos)

~Ellibelle's Garden Party-anything in or from a garden

Happy Crafting, 

~DEANNE~

So Happy

 Challenge #103 is posted at {PIN}SPIRATIONAL Challenge blog!

How cute is this!!!

 Sponsors this week are Elizabeth Bell, Inky Impressions and Glamoureyes.

On this card I've used an Elizabeth Bell digi.

So Happy For You

 Challenges:

~Aud Sentiment-sentiment for a friend

~Crafty Little Fairies-buttons

~Crafty Catz-animals

~Creative Corner-hop

~Fairytale-butterflies

~Crafty Calendar-things with wings

~Through The Craft Room Door-anything goes

~Corrosive Challenges-pretty pastels

~Craft Your Passion-bunny

~Creative Moments-anything goes (option-girly)

...and here are a couple of pics of me at Cape Spear, the most easterly point in North America! And, boy was it windy!!!

(¨`•.•´¨) Hugs

  `•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) from the

(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Heart

 `•.¸.•´ ~DEANNE~

. . . psst, don't forget to check out my {PIN}spirational Challenge Blog !

THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!!

The 95th challenge at {PIN}SPIRATIONAL CHALLENGE blog is posted!!! It's everyone's favorite {anything goes}!!! So you have NO EXCUSE whatsoever not to participate, because anything goes!!!! If it's a crafty creation, then you can join, AND you can enter up to 5 times!! Woohoo!!!
The sponsors are Crafty Sentiments, Di's Digi Downloads and A & T Digital Designs.
On my card I've used a sweet digi from A & T Digital Designs.

Thank You

This card goes out to ALL my family and friends EVERYWHERE who have been a support and a shoulder to lean on. I've had some tough times, but I'm pulling through and will be a better person as I learn about myself and my strengths and will-power and self-worth.

Thank you!

Challenges:

~Tuesday Throwdown-wings

~Through the Craft Room Door-anything goes

~Crafty Sentiments-anything goes

~Word Art Wednesday-anything uplifting

~Moving Along with the Times-fantasy

~Inkspirational-TIC TAC TOE (flowers, brads, punches/dies)

~Wags N Whiskers-BINGO (doily, heart -on her shirt, glitter)

~Challenges and Sweets-hearts (on her shirt)

~Allsorts-brads

~Di's Digi Designs-TIC TAC TOE (sentiment,diecuts,doily)

This will be my last project that I will post for a while (as I have no new creations to post right now), but I will still post here to let you know about the challenges taking place all over blogland!!!

So stick with me,ok!

Also, tomorrow my NEW challenge blog, A Song in You He{ART}, will begin with a beautiful and uplifting song. So be sure to pop over and join in on the challenge!

(¨`•.•´¨) Hugs

  `•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) from the

(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Heart

 `•.¸.•´ ~DEANNE~

. . . psst, don't forget to check out my {PIN}spirational Challenge Blog !

Celebrate Good Times!

CHARISMA CARDZ is celebrating it's 5th birthday!!! Wow!!! Sponsors are Time For Tea, Pink Cat Studio, Cardmadfairy's Creations, and Bugaboo. Oh, and Carlyann, the blog owner is giving away a prize as well!
I've used a cute Bugaboo digi on my card.

Celebrate!

 Challenges:

~Inkspirational-anything goes
~2 Creative Chicks-anything goes
~A Little Bit Crafty-celebrate
~Our Creative Corner-shopping sin (something hoarded-party hat button-I have 4-5 of them and have been holding on to them for YEARS! Finally I decided I needed to use at least ONE of them!)
~Addicted to Stamps-lovely wishes
~Robyn's Fetish-party
~Crafting From the Heart-anything goes
~The Pink Elephant-anything goes
~Bearly Mine-anything goes
~Party Time Tuesdays-party

Speaking of celebrations, here are a couple of pics of my son and I celebrating his 22nd birthday!

(¨`•.•´¨) Hugs

  `•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) from the

(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Heart

 `•.¸.•´ ~DEANNE~

. . . psst, don't forget to check out my {PIN}spirational Challenge Blog !

Fun Memories!

 My dad was the guy who just had to have the latest and greatest in EVERYTHING!!! Our home had an intercom system, a built-in vacuum cleaner, a garburator and a bidet! That was in the late 70's! Friends would come over to talk to each other from opposite ends of the house, watch things get smushed in the garbage, and pee!!! Funny though, they never wanted to use the vacuum. That was left to my sister and me :O(
And, of course, even things like a Venus Fly Trap, Sea Monkeys, Jumping Beans were in our house! I had images of big ol' houseflies zooming across the room and the Venus Fly Trap snatching them out of the air, Jumping Beans dancing on my bed, and Sea Monkeys having baby Sea Monkeys. Sadly none of that happened... Venus Fly Trap died of thirst, Sea Monkeys didn't even hatch, and Jumping Beans just lay there like lumps on a log...
Oh well, he did buy us FUN things, like Silly Putty,

 Slime

and a Commodore 64!!!!

*these 3 pics found on Google

This image brought back all these memories! Cool, huh!

Time's Fun When You Have Flies!

 Venus Flytrap digi by Hambo Stamps

Challenges:

~Hambo Hoedown-sketch inspiration

 

~Creative Stamp Friends-tag

~Kaboodle Doodles-embossing

~Paper Makeup Stamps-Tic Tac Toe (gems-eyes, flowers, 2 or more patterned paper)

~Paper Playtime-tag

~Squigglefly-embossing

~Colour Q-color inspiration

 

~Top Tip Tuesday-circles (embossing folder)

~Daring Cardmakers-paint (background is splattered with brown paint)

~Polka Doodles-let it fly

Here's to memories!!!!

(¨`•.•´¨) Hugs

  `•.¸(¨`•.•´¨) from the

(¨`•.•´¨)¸.•´ Heart

 `•.¸.•´ ~DEANNE~

. . . psst, don't forget to check out my {PIN}spirational Challenge Blog !