The Goodie Box

Registration is open

2009-03-16T13:07:00.001-06:00

Okay...

here is the link for "Edmonton All Day With Heidi Swapp!"

hurry and sign up so you don't miss out on this amazing event!!!

have you heard???

2009-03-06T13:22:00.003-07:00

Well, if you haven't heard, we just wanted to let you know that Heidi Swapp is coming to Edmonton!!!

Heidi will be teaching an all day workshop here in Edmonton on Tuesday, April 28th/09 at the Greenwood Inn. Registration will be opening on her blog on Monday, March 16th and that is when you will get all the info you need! If you're in the Edmonton area, you will not want to miss out on this...it will be amazing!

Check out Heidi's blog and here for more info.

Tal & Kim:)

(Just a Note: This is NOT an "event" like Girls Night Out or Creative Escape. Heidi has chosen to come to Edmonton to teach, and is simply an amazing day of classes. Hope to see you there!)

magic interactive mini album

2008-11-17T08:00:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!

We just thought we'd share a project that we taught at a local store, The Urban Scrapbook, this weekend. The idea with this album was there are no rules...any page size, any paper type...we loved all the layers and fun pieces in this album. We also encouraged students to not stress about the photos...any pictures of any theme will do. Just go for it and have fun! What you see here is the basis to make the album your own...have fun adding to it with stamping, embellishments and journaling!

Thanks so much to all those who attended and thanks to Urban for having us!

Kim and Talia:)

taking a break

2008-10-05T21:02:00.003-06:00

Hello Everyone!

Since it's the beginning of a new month, I just wanted to let you all know that Kim and I will be taking a break from the Goodie Box challenges for a while. We are sad that we won't be here every month to share ideas and be inspired by you all, but sometimes life just gets crazy!

With my new baby coming in March, and both Kim and I just dealing with our everyday responsibilities as wives and mothers, this just seems like a good time to slow down for a while. Let's call it a "maternity/creative leave"...time to take care of our babies and find new ideas and inspiration in the scrapbooking world.

We love the Goodie Box. We love the people we have met through our challenges. Thanks so much for supporting us and playing along with us every month!!

In the meantime, you can always check out our personal blogs here and here to see what we are currently up to, and we will let you know when we will be resuming challenges again after the new year. If you are not on our email list, please email us at the goodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can add you to our list and let you know of upcoming challenges.

Thanks so much and bye for now!!

Talia & Kim:)

the winner is...

2008-09-29T08:00:00.001-06:00

We randomly drew a winner this month as everyone's layouts were so creative!! The lucky winner is....

Timi Mercado!!!

Timi created a double page layout...I love how she stamped the hearts and colored them in!! Check out the other side of her layout in the gallery and make sure you read her journaling...it's really sweet!! Email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com with your mailing address so we can get your goodie box sent out to you right away.

And we also want to give a shout out to...

Rhonda Steed

Bobbi-Jo Grunwald

Ashley Schultz

Tiffany Sierens

Diane Raskob

Such fabulous work....

Thank you to everyone who has played along with us this month!! It was so much fun seeing what you created using stamps! You have been a huge inspiration to us...so make sure you check out the goodie gallery to see everyone's work.

We also want to give a huge Thank you to Robyn Werlich for being such an inspiration this month!!! Thanks for everything Robyn!! Isn't her work just beautiful??!!

We hope everyone has a great week!

Kim and Talia :)

Only a couple more days....

2008-09-26T08:00:00.000-06:00

"Time" By Talia Audenart

(supplies: patterned paper: Making Memories; clock stamps, clock overlay, chipboard letters, ghost images, decorative tape, chipboard shapes: Heidi Swapp; tulle, ink: other)

Tal used the clock stamps to create a border for her layout...she let them go off the page to make the images look like they are a part of the paper rather than a stamped image!! And I love how she layered a ghost clock over a photo!

Don't forget that you only have a couple more days to submit your layouts. Email your layouts to the goodieboxgirls@hotmail.com (make sure you send your pictures as a jpeg) to be entered in the draw. You won't want to miss out!!

And make sure you check out the goodie gallery....it's always fun to see what everyone has created.

Kim :)

Loving my stamps!!

2008-09-24T08:00:00.001-06:00

Only a few more days left for the challenge this month!! Make sure you get your submissions in before Sunday...the submissions have been really great this month. Check them out!

I have really been enjoying my stamps this month and have been making more of an effort to get them out and use them...I used some of my favorite pictures of my son on this project.

Front:

Back:

"Accordian Mini Album" By Kim Loewen

(supplies: patterned paper, bling, jeweled brad, jumbo ghost clock, stamps, clear butterfly, jumbo ghost heart, clear extra shapes, file folder, colored pencils, chipboard frame, chipboard circle: Heidi Swapp; patterned paper, stickers, chipboard frame, stamps, chipboard button: Love Elsie; felt flower, chipboard pig: American Crafts; chipboard house, bingo card: Jenni Bowlin; buttons, letter stamps: Autumn Leaves; chipboard letters, ric rac, paper frills:Doodlebug; ribbon: Making Memories; flower: Prima; patterned paper: Dream Street; tulle, jewels: other)

I loved how this album turned out and how it easily stands up on a shelf or counter. And I am loving yellow right now!! It's such a happy color.

Kim :)

Bonus!!!

2008-09-22T08:00:00.000-06:00

I just couldn't resist adding these to the goodie box this month...

Remember...

you only have until Sunday September 28th to submit your items to entered to win. One lucky winner will be chosen on Monday the 29th so don't miss out.

And make sure you check back this week for the last of the stamping inspiration....

Kim :)

It's Monday!

2008-09-15T08:00:00.001-06:00

There are some really great submissions in the gallery already! If you haven't checked them out make sure you do. It's always so much fun seeing everyone's work and being inspired by all of you.

And it wouldn't be Monday without more inspiration....

"Thank You Card" By Robyn Werlich

(supplies: Cardstock: Bazzill & Stampin' Up!; Kraft Notecard: Hero Arts; Label Die-cut: Stampin' Up!; ' thank you' circle stamp: Stampin' Up!; Butterfly border stamp: Hero Arts; Polka-dot Stamp: Postmodern Design; Embossing Powder: Hero Arts; Ink: Versamark & White Stazon Ink; Scalloped Border Punch: Stampin' Up!; Paper Clip: Stampin' Up!; Butterfly punch: Martha Stewart; Other: Transparency, string, sewing)

I love this card!! The label die cut was stamped and embossed and then folded in half to make a little card on the top of the card. The clip holds it closed and opens to a little handwritten message...isn't that soooo cute???!!

Check back again soon!

Kim :)

Love this!!

2008-09-10T08:00:00.001-06:00

Here's another layout for you...

"Any Color" By Talia Audenart

(supplies: patterned paper: Basic Grey; scalloped border: Doodlebug; bling, mirror butterfly, rubons, chipboard letters, journaling spot: Heidi Swapp; ribbon, tulle: Other)

I love how Talia stamped right on the mirror using stazon ink!! I love the effect!! And isn't it cute how she used the same picture in different colors...love it!!

We have so much more to share with you, so come back on Monday. And remember you can submit up to 2 layouts to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com to be entered to win this months goodie box...and we'll add them in the gallery.

Kim :)

Sneak Peak And More Inspiration!

2008-09-08T08:00:00.002-06:00

I hope everyone's had a great week! Hard to believe that it's Monday again...which means it's time for a sneak peak of the Goodie Box...

(there are 4 little winter stamps in the tin...sorry you can't see them)

Remember to submit your layouts so you can be entered to win these fun stamps!! (send your submissions to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com).

And....

we wanted to leave you with some more inspiration!!!

"Cherish" By Kim Loewen

(supplies: word stamps: Stampin' Up!; transparency, circle bling, butterfly: Heidi Swapp; patterened paper: Basic Grey; paper frills: Doodlebug; journaling stamp: Autumn Leaves; stickles: Ranger Ink; staples: Making Memories; tulle, bling, sandpaper, black journaling pen: other)

This has been a challenge for me to stamp on my layouts...it's not something I do very often and probably one of my tools that seems to be forgotten, but I love how they add a simple touch. I think I need to start using them more often....

We have more inspiration to share with you, so make sure you check back!!

Kim :)

Challenge #11: Stamping

2008-09-01T08:00:00.000-06:00

Welcome back...

We hope you've all had a fabulous summer and been able to relax and enjoy some nice weather. I'm sure everyone has taken a bazillion pictures from all the activities and holidays and are ready to get scrapping again...right? Hehe! We're doing things a little bit different this month and are really excited to share the changes with you.

So let's get right to it.

We are very excited to have Robyn Werlich join us this month as our Guest Goodie Girl!!! Robyn is so talented and is definitely an inspiration when it comes to stamping and scrapbooking. Her work can be seen in Scrapbooks Etc. Magazine and she creates for Autumn Leaves and Hero Arts. You can also see more of her work on her blog so make sure you check it out! We thought it would be fun for you to get to know her better....

1. Where are you from?
I was born and raised in Salt Lake City, Utah but I currently live in St. George, UT (southern corner of Utah).

2. Tell us a little about yourself and your family.
My husband, Ryan, and I have been married for 11 years...that seems so crazy to write! ☺ Time flies! We have three wonderful kids: Madisyn is 6 years old, Hudson is 4 and Jaxon is 7 months.

3. How long have you been scrapbooking?
I started scrapbooking a month before I had my first child, Madisyn and I was completely hooked! Seven years later and I still love this fun creative journey of scrapbooking.

4. Tell us a little about your scrapbooking style and background.
Hmmmm....scrapbooking style? I’m very linear and detailed...I’m all about the details! A few of my favorite things are fun colors, polka dots, string, stamping and the finishing process of adding all the finishing touches! ;)

5. What inspires you in your scrapbooking?
Honestly - product inspires me a lot! I will get something new and it will spark new ideas and fun things to try. Scrapbooking is a lot about the creative process for me and trying different things with products really gets me inspired.

6. What are 3 of your favorite scrapbooking products?
Tone-on-Tone polka dot paper
Butterflies - punches, chipboard, die-cuts - anything! ☺
String!
And...I gotta add 4, stamps!!

And now for the challenge...

Stamping!!

Create a layout using stamps. There are so many cute stamps out there so let's use them. Be creative...there's no limits with what you can do with a stamp. Use it for your title, as an embellishment, cut it out, emboss it...just get using those cute stamps. We want to see what you can do.

Here's Robyn's inspiration...

"Life" By Robyn Werlich

(supplies: Cardstock: Stampin' Up! & Bazzill; White Grid Paper: Scenic Route; Label Die-Cuts: Stampin' Up!; Large Butterfly Chipboard: K&Company; Alphabet Stamps: Purple Onion Designs; Polka-dot stamp: Post Modern Design; Flourish stamp (on green): Autumn Leaves; 'Enjoy the Journey' stamp: Hero Arts; Ink: Versamark & Stampin' Up!; Embossing Powder: Hero Arts; Ribbon, Buttons, Chipboard letters: Stampin' Up!; Large Metal Label: Basic Grey; Butterfly punch: Martha Stewart; Swiss Dot embossing folder (used on pink butterfly): Cuttlebug; Other: Sewing, string, colored pencils (used for title), staples, heart punch, brads)

I love how Robyn used stamps with cardstock to create her own pattern paper! And notice how she embossed her stamped image!! So cute. I also love how she cut her picture into a shape and stitched on her layout...very fun.

Make sure you check back later this week for more inspiration!!

And just a reminder that you can submit up to 2 layouts to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com (send us a jpeg of your layout and don't forget to include your first and last name). The deadline for submissions will be Sunday, September 28th and we'll announce the winner on Monday, September 29th.

We're excited to be back and look forward to being inspired by all of you!!

Kim and Tal :)

Summer Inspiration #8

2008-08-25T08:00:00.001-06:00

Okay...

here's the last of our summer inspiration! We hope you've had fun joining us each week as we've shared our projects and layouts with you.

"Precious Baby Ryker" By Kim Loewen

(supplies: bling, ghost letters, silhouette word, chipboard letters, masks: Heidi Swapp; dragonfly transparency: My Mind's Eye; gold paint pen: Krylon; ink: Tim Holtz; jewels: other)

I love decorating frames and shadow boxes...it just adds so much to a room. This one hangs in Ryker's room, but I'm thinking of hanging it right on his door. It might be cute! (These even make great gifts).

And...

make sure you check back next week for a new challenge...and something very exciting!!!

Kim :)

Summer Inspiration #7

2008-08-18T08:00:00.000-06:00

Hello, hello!

Here's my last layout of the summer to share with you all...

"Hand In Hand" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper, ribbon, pink chipboard letters, die-cut accents: Making Memories; mirror, paper flower, green chipboard letters, polka-dot mask: Heidi Swapp; glimmer mist: Tattered Angels; buttons: KI Memories; photo by Rebecca Cooper)

I am just so in love with the Making Memories Noteworthy line lately...I honestly have to make myself try to use other products, but I just keep going back to it! (notice my fave color combo yet again??) I like using the die-cut paper for my layouts...something different and fun, and they are just oh, so beautiful.

Thanks for stopping by today! I hope you've all had a wonderful summer! Come next week for some more summer inspiration, and then we'll back in September with a fresh new challenge for you!

See you soon,
Talia:)

Summer Inspiration #6

2008-08-11T08:00:00.001-06:00

"ride" By Kim Loewen
(supplies: overlay, colored pencils, mask, die cut shape: Heidi Swapp; patterned paper: Sassafrass Lass, Scenic Route; acrylic stamps: Autumn Leaves, Pink Paislee; Brad, black journaling pen: American Crafts)

I'm all about simple lately. Anything that I can actually accomplish quickly is a bonus around here with summer being super busy and an almost two year old that keeps me on my toes.... But I love this layout! I love the light background and the simple embellishments. If you only have a few minutes to get something done...then try something simple. It will keep your creative mind going!!

See you next week!

Kim :)

Summer Inspiration #5

2008-08-04T08:00:00.001-06:00

How are all of your summers going? I can't believe it is already August...one more month of summer left. I love this time of year! I hope you are all making the most of it.

Here's my project for today...

"Beautiful April" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: 9x9 calendar, ghost clocks, acrylic stamps, jeweled brads, chipboard letters: Heidi Swapp; patterned paper: Basic Grey, Sassafrass Lass, My Mind's Eye; felt flowers: KI Memories; other: ribbon)

One of the things I'm working on this year is this 2008 calendar. I love the idea of having a layout/month...it's a great way to document a year. This is my April page! At the end of every month I make sure I jot down all the important details on my calendar, and then I can do the actual scrapbook page whenever I have a chance. Since I organize my photos on my computer by the month, it's easy for me to choose photos from the correct month to use on my layouts. Hope you like it!

Thanks for coming by, we'll see you next week!!

Talia:)

Summer Inspiration #4

2008-07-28T08:00:00.003-06:00

Just wanted to share this super simple mini album....

"Friendship Mini Album" By Kim Loewen
(supplies: patterned paper, gel blossoms, bling, mirror butterflies, silhouette words, ghost butterflies, ribbon, felt flowers, writers block, chandelier crystals, mask, die-cuts, rounded floral, chipboard alphabet: Heidi Swapp; patterned paper, black journaling pen: American Crafts; journaling shape, sticker, die-cut circle: Making Memories; glimmer mist: Tattered Angels; scalloped sticker: Martha Stewart; material, jewels, zip-tie, ribbon: Other)

By just using patterned paper and attaching it at one end I created a simple mini album...so easy and so cute! This is something that can be done easily in one night...especially if you use coordinating products and pictures from one event. Add some journaling and you're done! Print your pictures from one particular outing this month and create a mini album in one night!!

American Crafts - Precision Pen - All Black - 5 Pack
Scrapbook.com

(these are my favorite pens!! Love them!!!)

Making Memories - 5th Avenue Collection - Colorboard Stickers Too - 3-Dimensional Chipboard Stickers - Elizabeth, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Mirrors - Butterflies - Clear and Pink, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Don't forget that Talia will be back next week with another cute thing to share!!

Kim :)

Summer Inspiration #3

2008-07-21T08:00:00.000-06:00

Happy Monday!

Stopping by again with another layout for ya...

"Sweet Girls" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper, clear accent, polka-dot mask: Heidi Swapp; die-cut accents: Making Memories; foam letters: American Crafts; other: ric-rac)

I TOLD you this is my favorite color combo right now! When I really love something I can't help but go with it...so here it is again! I did a 6 x 12 page to change things up a bit...I love variety when it comes to page sizes in my scrapbooks. Do a 6 x 12 layout today!

Thanks for stopping by, and we'll see you again next Monday!

Talia:)

Summer Inspiration #2

2008-07-14T08:00:00.000-06:00

"My Favorite Things" By Kim Loewen
(supplies: patterned paper, glossy extras, bling floral centers, bling borders, chipboard alphabet, alphabet rub-ons: Heidi Swapp; glittered chipboard letters: Doodlebug; paper flower: Bazzill Basics; tulle, staples: Other)

I've made an effort to do more scrapbooking about myself lately...secretly it's just an excuse to use pink every now and then...hehe!! But why not change it up a bit and use colors you don't normally use or topics you don't often scrapbook. It will be a nice change and can get your creativity going. Give it a try!

Heidi Swapp - Runway Collection - Glossy Extras, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Bling Floral Centers - Pink
Scrapbook.com

Bazzill Basics - Paper Flowers - Gerbera 3 Inch - Hot Pink, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

And make sure you check back again next Monday for more inspiration!! Tal has something really fun to share!

Kim :)

Summer Inspiration #1

2008-07-07T08:00:00.000-06:00

Hey, Everyone!

Well, it's the beginning of the summer...hopefully you're all enjoying some good weather and fun summer vacations! I just wanted to stop in to share a layout with you...maybe you'll find some time to scrapbook!

"Happy Life" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper, die-cut accents: Making Memories; foam letters, mirrors, scalloped tape: Heidi Swapp; glittered chipboard letters: Doodlebug)

This is my FAVORITE color combo right now...pink and turqoise! Even though this isn't a "summer" layout, the colors feel fun, bright and "summery" to me. I had these pictures left over from another project I was working on that never got completed, so I thought I'd do a layout instead. Enjoy!!

Thanks for stopping by and come back next Monday for some more Summer Inspiration!

Talia:)

and the winner is...

2008-06-30T08:00:00.003-06:00

Dana West!!!

Congratulations, Dana on a gorgeous layout! We love how she blended her strips of fabric, paper, ribbon and lace so seamlessly...beautiful! The whole page is just total eye candy...congrats, girl! Email us your mailing addy so we can send your Goodie Box to you...yay!

We also wanted to give the following ladies a "shout-out" for their submissions this month as well:

*Lene Tingberg (did you see her little fabric owls she made? HELLO!)
*Jill Williams (GORGEOUS use of fabric...I especially love the big gray cut-out flowers!)
*Sandy Pool (not only is this layout precious in content, but I loved her mix of colors and textures...beautiful!)

I feel like a broken record, I always say the same thing every month...it is just SO HARD to choose a winner at the end of each challenge! We want all of you to know how much we LOVE and APPRECIATE your work...if we could afford it, we'd be sending goodie boxes to you all! (wink) So thank you, thank you, thank you for another awesome month...there were lots of old faces as well as new ones this month, and that just makes us so happy. You guys are the best!!

So now, we just want to wish all of you a happy summer! We're taking a break from the challenges in July and August, but don't worry...come back EVERY MONDAY of the summer for a little bit of scrapbooking inspiration. We have some fun ideas to share with you! And of course, in September we'll be back with another challenge. Yay!!

Have a great summer!

Talia & Kim:)

fabric frames

2008-06-23T08:00:00.004-06:00

Monday again, and we're back with our last bit of fabric inspiration for the month before we announce our winner next week!

Today I'm sharing these fun (and simple!) picture frames:

"Fabric Frames" by Talia Audenart

(supplies: frames: Ikea; felt butterflies, chipboard letter: Heidi Swapp; flower: Prima; button: KI Memories; other: tulle, fabric)

I don't know about all of you, but I always have a little stash of Ikea frames in my studio. As I had all of my fabric sitting out, I noticed my frames...and then I ended up with these! The little touch of fabric to these frames gave them just what they needed to enhance my photo, and add a little touch of pink to my daughter's bedroom.

Adding the fabric to these frames was very simple...here's brief how-to:

1. I placed a layer of felt underneath my fabric to make it a little puffy. Cut your felt to size (according to the frame or matte you are using). Adhere felt to background using a strong double-sided adhesive. (I used scrappy tape)

2. Cut fabric about 1.5 inches larger than your background or matte. Lay the fabric face down on your work space. Lay the background or matte, felt side down, on top of fabric. Fold edges of fabric tightly over the edge of your background, and adhere down with masking tape. Do this to all 4 sides. (I used lots of tape!)

3. If you covering a photo matte, once you are done step 2, then cut out the fabric where the picture will go, leaving a little bit of fabric so that you can fold it over the edges and tape it down, the same way you did to the outer edges.

4. Embellish as desired, add photos and you're done!

When I am making home decor projects I like to keep them simple...nothing too busy or involved. Now that I made these, I am thinking of all the fabric that I can add to my picture frames to make them just a *teeny* bit more fun. Hehe!! Hope you like them.

Okay, so this is the last time I'm gonna say it...you have till this Sunday night to email us your fabric submissions. Remember, it can be a page OR a project, and each person can send us 2 submissions in total. Email us your work to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com with your first and last name. Thank you so much ladies!!!

We'll be back in a week with our winner!

Tal & Kim:)

a fabric album...

2008-06-16T08:00:00.002-06:00

Fabric Mini Album by Kim Loewen

(supplies: vinyl embellishments, felt hearts: American Crafts; ribbon, felt butterflies, silhouette word: Heidi Swapp; grommets: Making Memories; ribbon: Love Elsie; ribbon: Martha Stewart; felt shape: Jenni Bowlin; felt flower: Creative Imaginations; iron-on transfers: Print 'n Press; ribbon, material, embroidery thread, buttons, binder ring, rick rack: other)

Who said fabric is only for quilts? Whip up your own little fabric album using Kim's instructions:

1. Print 10 pictures 2x3" on iron-on transfer paper
2. Iron onto cream colored fabric (following transfer directions)
and cut around pictures
3. Cut 12 pieces of fabric 5x7"
4. Attach the pictures to 10 of the fabric pieces using a blanket
stitch around the photo
5. Embellish each page with buttons, felt accents, ribbon, or
vinyl shapes
6. Sew a circle and title to a piece of fabric as the cover of the
album
7. Sew a message to a piece of fabric and glue on felt
embellishment as this will be the back cover of the album
8. Put a piece of quilt batting between each page of the album
9. Surge around edges of fabric to bind pages together
10. Use grommets and binder ring to keep album together
11. Tie ribbon around binder ring

Isn't this little fabric album that Kim made of her son to die for?? I just love it. And since it's soft and squishy, it's perfect for little hands to touch and play with...not like all of our paper projects, right? Since she used iron-on's for her photos, there's no worrying about fingerprints or bending the photos...totally kid-friendly. So so awesome, Kim! I can't wait to make one of my own!

Thanks for stopping by today, and remember we want to see your work! So send us your submissions by Sunday, June 29th so you can have a chance to win this month's Goodie Box.

See ya on Monday again for some MORE inspiration!

Talia & Kim:)

another fabric idea...

2008-06-12T08:00:00.003-06:00

"Forever" Pillow by Talia Audenart
(supplies: flowers: Making Memories, Heidi Swapp; velvet ribbon: Making Memories; buttons: Foofala; fabric: Heather Bailey; other: iron-on T-shirt transfers)

I love the idea of scrapbooking going beyond just pages and albums, and becoming a part of our everyday life as well. For this pillow, I printed my photos onto an iron-on T-shirt transfer, ironed the images onto plain fabric, and then stitched them to my pillow. My girls love seeing this pillow with their little faces on it...they think it's so much fun! I also hand wrote the word "forever" with a pencil directly onto my fabric, and then stitched over it using brown embroidery floss. Next, I stitched on the flowers, button and strip of ribbon across the bottom, sewed the whole thing together, stuffed it with pillow stuffing and my pillow was complete! This was a fun project to do, and a happy addition to my home decor.

Thanks for stopping by today...I hope I've given you another little idea as to how you can use fabric on your scrapbooking projects. Send us those submissions to the goodieboxgirls@hotmail.com, and come back on Monday for another fabric idea from Kim!

Talia:)

sneak peek...

2008-06-09T08:00:00.002-06:00

So are you ready to see this month's sneak peek?

Thank you sooo much to this month's sponsor, "RiffRaff Designs"! They are a new company based here in Edmonton who make all of these cutie-cute chipboard shapes...there's something for everyone! We all know how versatile chipboard is, so just imagine all of the things you could do with their fun and innovative designs! Thanks, RiffRaff!

Kim and I wanted to play with their stuff, too, so here is what we did:

"Wild Baby" by Kim Loewen
(supplies: (supplies: patterened paper, sticker border: Basic Grey; chipboard
alphabet, ribbon, paint: Heidi Swapp; stamps: Hero Arts;
chipboard dinosaurs: Riff Raff Designs; flocking: Doodle Bug;
ink, ribbon, string: Other)

Look how perfect these RiffRaff dinos coordinate with the Basic Grey paper! I love it!

"My Little Princess" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper: Basic Grey; cardstock: Bazzill; journaling spots, silhouette word: Heidi Swapp; chipboard shapes: RiffRaff Designs; glimmer mist: Tattered Angels; other: tulle)

I painted my chipboard shapes with acrylic paint before spraying them with some glimmer mist for some subtle sparkle. These are so fun to use! I added a little tulle border as my fabric element, too!

And we also wanted to give Talia's mom, Sylvia a big thank-you for donating all of the yummy fabric for this month's goodie box...we had to get some fabric in there for you!

We'll back later this week with another "fabric project" to share...we are having so much fun with this challenge! There is already some really cute stuff in the gallery, so make sure you see what's there when you get a chance...and tell everyone how much you love their work!

We can't wait to see what you all have in store...so email us those submissions! You have until Sunday, June 29th to submit, and we'll post the winner on Monday, June 30th. One lucky winner will be getting a pretty darn cute Goodie Box this month...it could be you!

See you soon,
Tal & Kim:)

Challenge #10: "Fabric Scrapbooking"

2008-06-02T08:00:00.002-06:00

Good Morning, ladies!

Well, it's the first Monday in June and we're back with challenge #10..."Fabric Scrapbooking"! We were so inspired by Donna Downey's new book, Fabric Scrapbooking, that we couldn't resist...we wanted to get playing with fabric as soon as we could, and of course, we wanted to include all of you, too! (see link in sidebar)

So I'm sure you've already guessed what you have to do for this month's challenge: Include fabric on a scrapbooking layout or project. Yup, it's that simple. Here are our layouts for this month:

"You" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: cardstock: Bazzill; chipboard letters: Doodlebug; die-cut shapes: Making Memories; flower: Heidi Swapp; buttons: Foof-a-la; other: fabric, embroidery floss)

To make the fabric "pop" on this page, I layered 2 pieces of felt underneath my fabric to make it soft and cushy. I simply hand stitched the fabric to my layout using embroidery floss and a sewing needle.

"Girls, Daughters, Friends" by Kim Loewen

(supplies: patterened paper, black precision pen: American Crafts; rick rack, chipboard letters: Doodlebug; jumbo brad, edge distresser, patterned paper, journaling block, chipboard crown, paper flower, foam board letter, ribbon, bling: Heidi Swapp; journaling card, tiny sticker alphabet: Making Memories; letter rub-on: 7gypsies; material, jewels: other)

Dont'cha just love the little flap on Kim's layout? Plus, you can see how she gathered and sewed her strip of fabric across the bottom of her layout. So fun!!

There are so many possibilities with fabric...and now is your chance to show us what you have in mind! You may want to use a sewing machine, you can stitch by hand, maybe you want to create handmade flowers or accents with left-over fabric or felt. So get out your stash of fabric that you've been waiting to use and show us what you got!

Remember to email us your layout (in jpeg format) to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com with your first and last name so we can post it in the Goodie Gallery. Each person can submit up to 2 layouts for this challenge. We can't wait to see what you all create!

Come back next Monday to get a sneak peek of this month's Goodie Box and to see who our sponsor is...so, so cute!! And of course we'll have more inpiration for you then, too!

See you then,
Talia & Kim:)

and the winner is...

2008-05-26T08:00:00.001-06:00

LINDSAY PALAMARUK!!!

We loved Lindsay's use of clear embellishments on her layout, and how she pulled together such a cute mini album using coordinating products. Very impressive! So Lindsay, email us your mailing address so we can send your goodie box out to ya....congrats, girl!

We just wanted to thank all of you for your AMAZING submissions this month! Kim and I were blown away, and we always dread having to pick just one winner when you are all so talented and supportive of the Goodie Box. We spent so much time on the phone going through each and every submission...thank you for all the time and effort each and every one of you put into your submissions...AMAZING!!

We wanted to give a quick "shout out" to the following ladies as well who submitted this month:

*Sandy Pool

*Kimmie

*Tiffany Sierens

*Monica Ferri

Your pages caught our eye, too...keep 'em coming!

Thanks so much everyone for playing along with us this month. You guys are the best! Come back on Monday, June 2nd for yet another challenge and yet another *fun* Goodie Box...we can't wait!

See you then, and congrats again to this month's winner, Lindsay!!!

Kim and Talia :)

just stopping by...

2008-05-20T23:25:00.002-06:00

Hey, Girls!

We just wanted to pop in and remind you all that you have till this Sunday, May 25th to submit for this months mini-challenges! Thanks to everyone who has submitted so far...the gallery is looking awesome!

Also, we just wanted to share with you a few more of our favorite items...

Display Dynamics - Perfect Paper Stackable Paper Trays for Flat or Angled Use -12x12 - Lipped - 10 Pack
Scrapbook.com

I've had so many questions about what paper shelves I use in my scrapbook room, and here they are! These are awesome and they go quickly...so get 'em while you can! I use mine for organizing cardstock...love 'em!

American Crafts - Modern Album - Customizable 12x12 D-Ring - Blue
Scrapbook.com

The American Crafts D-Ring Modern Albums...we love these! They are durable, customizable, and simple...and they come in different colors and sizes, too. Check them out!

Simple Scrapbooks - The Big Picture by Stacy Julian
Scrapbook.com

Creating Keepsakes - Life Artist - by Ali Edwards
Scrapbook.com

Simple Scrapbooks - A Photos-First Approach to Designing Layouts by Donna Downey, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Idea Book - Winter 2007
Scrapbook.com

What would scrapbooking be without idea books for motivation and inspiration? These are some of our favorites, the ones that we always reach for when we need an idea!

We hope you are all having a wonderful spring and we'll be back on Monday to announce this month's winner. See you soon!!!

Tal and Kim

day 12

2008-05-16T08:00:00.002-06:00

We've had such a great time this month sharing some of our favorite scrapbooking products with you! And we hope you enjoyed the videos....

Here's the last one for this month....but don't worry you still have time to send us your projects!

"You + Me = Us" by Kim Loewen

(supplies: Patterened Paper, Layered embellishment stickers: American Crafts; transparency overlay: Hambly; jumbo photo corner, chipboard alphabet, rub-ons: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; journaling card: Making Memories; Patterened Paper: Love Elsie, Tulle, bling: other)

Featured Product:

American Crafts - Details - Layered Embellishment Stickers - Color Set 2, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Noteworthy Collection - 4x6 Spiral Bound Notebook for Journaling
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Ledger Collection - Spiral Journaling Book - 4x6 Inches - Pastel, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Hambly Studios - Overlay Transparancy - Screen Prints - Journaling Bits - Black
Scrapbook.com

Hambly Studios - Screen Prints - 12x12 Overlay - Urban Chic Frames - White
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Jumbo Photo Corners, CLEARANCE
Scrapbook.com

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use bright colors!"

This is something that's really hot for summer! Like I said in the video...it's all the rage in home decor...so why not incorporate it into your scrapbooking? I seem to always choose the same colors when I scrapbook (blues...greens...since I have a little boy) but I have to say I was loving the bright colors and mixing it up and using colors I don't always use. See what you think...and send us a layout or project you've created by going bright!

Remember that you have until May 25th to send us a jpeg of your work...that way you're entered into the draw for this months goodie box!! You don't want to miss out on your chance to win...it's a valued prize of over $100!!! Each person can submit up to 2 items...we'll be announcing one winner on Monday, May 26th.

And thanks again to everyone that has played along with us! Your work has been incredible and has given me some fun ideas. Keep the inspiration coming!!

Kim :)

(P.S. send your completed layouts and projects to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com)

day 11

2008-05-15T08:00:00.001-06:00

I can't believe it's my last day with you already...Check out what I've done today!

"Owl Card Set" by Talia Audenart

(supplies: stamps, patterned paper: Sassafrass Lass; felt flowers: American Crafts; cardstock: Bazzill)

Featured Product:

Sassafras Lass - Clear Stamp Sets - Oliver And Friends
Scrapbook.com

Staz On Ink Pads - Jet Black
Scrapbook.com

Olivia and Pals Clear Stamp Set by Sassafrass Lass

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Create Cards using Stamped Images"

When I saw this stamp set by Sassafrass Lass, I simply couldn't resist! The owls are just too cute, and I thought they'd make some fun cards. I love using my stamps to make home-made cards for family and friends...I know you all have a TON of stamps in your stash, so break 'em out and get stamping! (and just a hint...my favorite ink to stamp with is the black Stazon Ink!)

It has been so much fun sharing ideas and projects with you this month! The gallery is looking awesome, and remember you have till the 25th to submit up to 2 layouts or projects for any of the challenges we've issued, AND we'll announce the winner of this month's goodie box on Monday, May 26th.

Come back tomorrow for our last day of the Goodie Girl Product Picks!!

Talia:)

day 10

2008-05-14T08:00:00.002-06:00

“sweet feet" by Kim Loewen 
(supplies: embossed paper: Love Elsie; mask, bling, sticker alphabet, chipboard alphabet: Heidi Swapp; bling cardstock: Bazzill; black journaling pen: American Crafts; die-cut journaling card: Jenni Bowlin; Glimmer Mist Spray: Tattered Angels)   

Featured Product: 

Tattered Angels - Glimmer Mist Spray - 2 Ounce Bottle - Graphite
Scrapbook.com

Tattered Angels - Glimmer Mist Spray - 2 Ounce Bottle - Oriental Poppy
Scrapbook.com

Tattered Angels - Glimmer Mist Spray - 2 Ounce Bottle - Patina
Scrapbook.com

(there are so many cool colors to pick from!!)

Heidi Swapp - Masks - Tulip
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Masks - Butterflies
Scrapbook.com

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Noel Christmas Collection - Embossed Cardstock - Wonderland
Scrapbook.com

die-cut journaling cards by Jenni Bowlin

Today's Mini Challenge:

"use an oversized photo"

I love the effect of using a large photo on a layout. It really draws you into the layout and fills up empty space. It also allows you to journal right on the photo (depending on the space available). I was able to use just one photo on my layout by using a large photo...and maybe that's something new for you! Give it a try...you might just like it!

Remember to email a jpeg of your layout or project to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can post it in the goodie gallery. There has been some amazing inspiration happening over there, so make sure you check it out and leave a little feedback for all the hard work!

Thanks to everyone who has played along with us!!!

Kim :)

day 9

2008-05-13T08:00:00.002-06:00

Welcome Back!!

"Tutu" Layout by Talia Audenart

(supplies: patterned paper: My Mind's Eye, chipboard letters: Doodlebug; journaling spots: Heidi Swapp; glitters clears and large journaling spot: Making Memories)

Featured Product:

Making Memories - Glitter Clears - Clear Glittered Pieces - Flowers Red and Pink, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Glitter Clears - Clear Glittered Pieces - Shapes Red and Pink, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Glitter Die Cuts - Alphabet - Red and Pink, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Glitter Clears - Clear Glittered Pieces - Flowers Bright, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Glitter Clears - Clear Glittered Pieces - Princess Bright, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Glitter Die Cuts - Alphabet - Bright, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Noteworthy Collection - Glitter Box - Clears, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Journaling Spots - Days of the Week - Pink
Scrapbook.com

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use a Clear Element on a Layout or Project"

I love the versatility of clear embellishments...you can layer 'em, stick 'em, paint 'em, sew 'em...there are so many possibilities! These ones from Making Memories are fun 'cause they are self adhesive, which makes them very easy to use. So get going on a page using something "clear"...and make sure you submit it by May the 25th to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com!

Thanks so much for joining me today, and we'll see you again tomorrow!!

Talia:)

day 8

2008-05-12T08:00:00.002-06:00

Did everyone have a great day yesterday?? We hope you all had a great Mother's Day and were spoiled by your families! We're back with some more inspiration....

“girl's night out mini album" by Kim Loewen 
(supplies: glitter jigsaw shapes: Making Memories; bling, tape, file folder, rub-on alphabets: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; patterened paper, jewels: My Minds Eye; acrylic stamps: Autumn Leaves; stickers: Love Elsie; black journaling pen: American Crafts; ribbon, tulle: other)   

Featured Product: 

Autumn Leaves - Clear Stamps - Maryann Wise - Stitched Journaling Panel
Scrapbook.com

Autumn Leaves - Clear Stamps - Katie Pertiet - Hand Drawn Journaling Panels
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Jewel Art - Bling - Frames - Circles - Icee
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Jewel Art - Bling - Frames - Circles - Pink
Scrapbook.com

Rusty Pickle - Abstract Collection - File Folder - Abstract
Scrapbook.com

Provo Craft - Coluzzle - Clear Plastic Cutting Template - Nested File Folder, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

(look how cool this is...you can make your own file folders!!)

Heidi Swapp - Decorative Tape Kit - Classic - 30 styles
Scrapbook.com

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Claire Collection - Cardstock Stickers - Claire Trinkets, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

(make sure you check out all the other great products at Scrapbook.com and Two Peas!)

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use a file folder"

This was a really simple and quick way to create a mini album! It was the perfect size and looks so darn cute!! I can't wait to see what you create using a file folder...I'm in need of some more ideas since I have a big stash of these!!

Don't forget to check tomorrow for another goodie girl product pick from Tal!

Kim :)

day 7

2008-05-10T08:00:00.004-06:00

(to see the rest of Payton's album, click here.)

"Circle Mini Albums" by Talia Audenart

(supplies: patterned paper: American Crafts; chipboard letters: Doodlebug; bling circles, ghost shapes, paper flowers, word stamps: Heidi Swapp)

Featured Product:

Heidi Swapp - Jewel Art - Bling - Frames - Circles - Pink
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Bling Crowns - Clear
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Bling Floral Centers - Martha
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Rounded Florals - White
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Ghost - Extra Large - XL - Birds, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Ghost - Extra Large - XL - Flowers
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Clear Stamps - Cute
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Clear Stamps - Treasure
Scrapbook.com

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use Circles on a Mini Album or Layout!"

I just loooove circles...they look cute on pages or as an album like I did here! Submit a page or a project using circles...maybe you'll want to use a few circles in different sizes, or showcase one big circle as your photo...you decide!

Thanks so much for stopping by and Kim will be back on Monday with another video and project!!

Tal:)

Day 6

2008-05-09T08:00:00.002-06:00

Hey everyone, welcome to day 6! That's right, we're already half way done....here's the next goodie girl product pick and challenge! (why do I always look so funny in the freeze frame?? haha!)

“Time" by Kim Loewen 
(supplies: patterned paper: Making Memories; Clock Overlay, Ghost Clocks, Jeweled Brads, Colored Pencils, large Floral: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; brads, black journaling pen: American Crafts; ink: Tim Holtz Distress Ink)   

Featured Product: 

Heidi Swapp - Silhouette Clock Faces - Time Flies - Jet
Scrapbook.com

Hambly Studios - Screen Prints - 12x12 Overlay - Urban Chic Frames - Black
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Jeweled Brads - Assorted Colors, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

(Click on the link in the sidebar for scrapbook.com and two peas to see more colors and styles)

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use a Transparency or Overlay"

There are so many beautiful transparencies and overlays on the market and they are so much fun to use. You can cut them up or use them as is....be creative! I love layering them over cardstock and patterened paper to add a little more texture, but there's so much to do when it's a clear element!

The goodie gallery looks great! We love having you play along with us, so make sure to send us a jpeg of your layout so we can add it to the goodie gallery and to make sure you're entered to win this months goodie box.

And remember...we can only accept TWO LAYOUTS/PROJECTS PER PERSON, (as opposed to two layouts/challenge) so make sure you pick 2 challenges that you really want to submit for!

Have fun scrapping :)

Kim

The Goodie Box!

2008-05-08T18:47:00.002-06:00

Just to get you a little more excited....here's this months goodie box!

(basket not included)

This months goodie box is valued at over $100.00!!! We made sure to include some of our favorite items and things we love!!!

All you have to do to be entered to win is submit a layout or mini album...whatever you want for any of the 12 challenges. So come play along and have fun while we share our favorite picks this month.

Kim and Talia :)

day 5

2008-05-08T08:00:00.002-06:00

Welcome to Day 5 of our Goodie Girl Product Picks!

"Grow" by Talia Audenart

(supplies: felt flowers: KI Memories; transparency overlay: Hambly; bling circle, journaling spots: Heidi Swapp; patterned paper, bingo card, felt birdie: Jenni Bowlin)

Featured Product:

Patterned Paper by Jenni Bowlin

Felt Birds by Jenni Bowlin

"Grow" Bingo Card by Jenni Bowlin

Heidi Swapp - Jewel Art - Bling - Frames - Circles
Scrapbook.com

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use Felt Accents on a Page or Project!"

I think felt accents on my pages make them feel homey, comfy and warm...I just love love how they coordinate with all of the fabulous Jenni Bowlin stuff. Have fun adding some felt to a layout or project...maybe you'll even want to create your own accents using felt that you've bought at the craft store. Surprise us!!

Thanks for stopping by, and we'll see you tomorrow!

Tal:)

(P.S. Don't forget to email us your layouts or projects so you can have a chance to win our awesome goodie box this month!!)

Day 4

2008-05-07T08:00:00.002-06:00

“bookmarks" by Kim Loewen 
(supplies: paint: Making Memories; acrylic stamps: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; Sitckles, Tim Holtz Distress Ink: Ranger Ink; tulle: Other)   

This was a project I actually made for a girl's birthday party activity. It was so fun and so easy...but like I said on the video they're a great little gift to give a friend or to mail out for Mother's Day!

Featured Product: 

Ranger Ink - Stickles Glitter Glue - Crystal, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Tim Holtz Distress Ink Pads - Dried Marigold
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - Metallic Paint Kit - 3 Pack - Springtime
Scrapbook.com

Ranger Ink - Adirondack Acrylic Paint Dabber - Brights - Raspberry
Scrapbook.com

(There are lots of different colors at scrapbook.com just click on the link in the sidebar to see more colors!)

Today's Mini Challenge: "Use Ink...Paint...or Glitter"

Today your challenge is to get a little messy using paint, ink or glitter on a layout or project! I love getting messy when I scrapbook...with all the fun new products out it's just way too hard to stay clean...hehe! The ideas are endless...so just have fun and try something new.

Watch for the sneak peak of this month's goodie box! There's so much fun stuff for one lucky winner!!

And check out another goodie girl product pick tomorrow!!

Kim :)

Day 3

2008-05-06T08:00:00.004-06:00

"Friends" Mini Album by Talia Audenart

(supplies: mini album, patterned paper, chipboard buttons, stickers: Love, Elsie; chipboard letters: Heidi Swapp)

Featured Product:

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Claire Collection - Chipboard Album - Claire Heart, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Claire Collection - Cardstock Stickers - Claire Trinkets, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Claire Collection - Epoxy Stickers - Square Gels - Claire, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

KI Memories - Love Elsie - Claire Collection - Chipboard Buttons - Claire Rounds, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Create a Mini Album Using Coordinating Products!"

Like I said in the video, I loooove using coordinating products when I want to do a quick project. I don't have to worry about mixing and matching anything...it's all done for me! So be lazy with me (wink), and grab some matching product and whip up a quick little album! You can also get alot of Love, Elsie over at 2 Peas (click on the link in the sidebar), and send pictures of your project when you're done...I can't wait to see what you come up with!

Remember, you have till May 25th to submit up to 2 layouts or projects...there's some cute stuff in the Goodie Gallery already, you guys are awesome!

See ya soon!

Tal:)

Day 2

2008-05-05T08:00:00.002-06:00

Welcome to Day 2!!! Make sure you check everyday for a new video and Goody Girl Product Pick...we're sharing our favorites with you and today I'm sharing one of my very favorite products with you. I seem to find a product I love and then want to use all the time...and I just love the noteworthy line by Making Memories...from the fun die-cut papers to the die-cut shapes...they're all so cute!

“seriously so happy baby" by Kim Loewen 
(supplies: patterned paper, noteworthy glitter die-cuts: Making Memories; ribbon, plastic alphabet, chipboard alphabet: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; black journaling pen: American Crafts)   

Featured Product: 

Heidi Swapp - Chipboard - Alphabet - SHE - Brown
Scrapbook.com

Making Memories - 12x12 Diecut Paper - Noteworthy Collection - Hillary - Stamp Shape
Scrapbook.com

(You can also click on the links in the sidebar to Scrapbook.com and Two Peas to search for any other products that you may want! I know Two Peas has some of the noteworthy products...so cute!! I love them!)

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Mix and Match Fonts"

I loved the effect of mixing fonts in the title of this layout. It really made the word ‘happy’ stand out…and that’s exactly where I wanted the emphasis to be in my layout. There are so many great fonts out there in every style imaginable, so why not try mixing them up a bit? I also find it useful when I’m getting low on letters to mix my fonts so I can create more words….be creative and mix it up this month! Make sure to email a jpeg of your submissions to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com by May 25th to be entered to win this month's Goodie Box!

Remember each person can submit up to 2 layouts or projects for the month of May.

Tal will be back with you tomorrow to share another fun idea! This month is going to be full of inspiration…make sure you check out the goodie gallery too cause there are some really great submissions.

Have a great week!

Kim and Tal :)

Happy National Scrapbooking Day!

2008-05-03T09:09:00.004-06:00

Hey, Everyone!!

Welcome back to the Goodie Box this month! In honor of National Scrapbooking Day, we wanted to do something fun...so for 12 days, we'll be sharing a layout or project with you all where we "feature" some our favorite products on the market right now. Everyday, you'll get a video as well as pictures of the projects. We can't wait to get started!!

As well, each day we'll be issuing a "mini challenge" that you can take part in if you want. Each person can submit up to 2 layouts/projects for the Goodie Gallery this month. And of course, we have a stinkin' cute Goodie Box for one special winner...you won't want to miss out! (Stay tuned for a sneak peek of this month's Goodie Box.)

So let's get going with Day 1 of the "Goodie Girl Product Picks"!

"Chuckle" by Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper, layered flowers: American Crafts; cardstock, flower: Bazzill; chandelier crystal, ribbon, journaling spots, jeweled brad: Heidi Swapp; transparency: Hambly)

Featured Product:

American Crafts - Details - Layered Embellishment Stickers - Color Set 2, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

American Crafts - Details - Layered Embellishment Stickers - Color Set 1, BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

Heidi Swapp - Chandelier Crystals - Jet , BRAND NEW
Scrapbook.com

(You can also click on the links in the sidebar to Scrapbook.com and Two Peas to search for any other products that you may want!)

Today's Mini Challenge:

"Use a Dangling Element on a Page or a Project"

I just love the dangling capabilities with these little chandelier crystals! Have fun creating a page or a project where something is hangin'...get creative and have fun! Please email your submissions to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com by May 25th so we can put your work in the Goodie Gallery AND so you can be entered to win this month's Goodie Box!

(note: Please email all submissions in JPEG format. Each person can submit up to 2 layouts or projects for the month of May.)

We are so happy to be back with you all this month, and we can't wait to share everything we have planned for you. Please post any questions or comments, we always love to hear from our fellow Goodie Box-ers! Come back on Monday for "Day 2" with Kim!

National Scrapbooking Day...here we come!!!

Tal & Kim:)

Winners!!

2008-04-28T10:29:00.004-06:00

Here they are.....

Winner of the Card Kit is...Sylvia Klink!!

Winner of the "Delight" Jar Kit is...Sanna-Miina!!

Winner of the Shadow Box kit is...Julianne Cragg!!

Congrats Ladies!!! There was so much we loved about each layout!!

And a huge thank you to Shabby Chic Crafts for the cute journaling spots that will be going to all the winners! Thank you!! We randomly drew which prize each winner got, so make sure you email us so we can get your prizes sent out to you!!

Once again we want to thank everyone for playing along with us. Your layouts were fabulous and we had so much fun looking at all of them and seeing how you interpreted the word "one"! Which also made it difficult choosing a winner...luckily this month we have 3 winners!!

Make sure to check back on Saturday (May already!!!) we have something really fun planned to Celebrate National Scrapbook Day.... I'm so excited just thinking about it..hehe!

Kim and Talia

stay-tuned...

2008-04-28T08:24:00.001-06:00

...for this month's winners. We'll announce them later today!

Thank you SO MUCH for all of your submissions this month....we are BLOWN AWAY!!!

Tal & Kim:)

Cards!

2008-04-23T08:13:00.003-06:00

Have you seen this? It's so fun to look through the gallery and see all the great ideas! You guys have done an amazing job and we want to thank everyone for playing along with us this month. There's only a couple of days left to submit your layout so make sure you email it to us by Sunday.

And....

Just for fun we thought we'd do a little more inspiration! We each created a card using the Shabby Chic Crafts journaling spots. So fun!

"together" By Kim Loewen
(Supplies: cardstock: Bazzill, together Acrylic Stamp: Heidi Swapp, Versa Mark, Tim Holtz Distress Powder, Ribbon and jewels: other)

"eat cake" By Talia Audenart
(supplies: bling crown, chipboard accent: Heidi Swapp; cardstock: Bazzill; circle tag: Shabby Chic Crafts)

Thanks again everyone for the submissions! They have been fabulous!

Enjoy the rest of your week and find some time to scrap :)
Kim

It's Monday!

2008-04-21T08:54:00.004-06:00

And...

I wanted to share a layout I created using some of the cute journaling spots from Shabby Chic Crafts. They're perfect just to add to a layout...cause they're so super cute or to layer your title over top!

"chuckle" By Kim Loewen
(supplies: patterned paper: Scenic Route, journaling spots: Shabby Chic Crafts, silhouette word, colored pencils: Heidi Swapp, black journaling pen: American Crafts, ribbon: Other)

Remember that there is only one week left to submit your layouts!! Email your layouts to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com to be entered to win one of 3 great prizes!! This month we're giving away the 3 class kits from Girl's Night Out...and each winner is also going to receive some cute Shabby Chic Crafts journaling spots!!! So make sure to enter!

Kim :)

A little inspiration!

2008-04-17T08:25:00.007-06:00

Check out this cute hanging decoration that Tal made!! It's so cute....

"You and Me" By Talia Audenart
(supplies: chipboard shape: Jenni Bowlin; chipboard hearts, exclamation,
letter stickers, forever stamp, chandelier crystals: Heidi Swapp; felt
flower: KI Memories; boy/girl circle tag: Shabby Chic Crafts; other:
tulle.)

I love how Tal painted around the boy/girl tag to make it stand out!! What a cute idea!!!

Remember....

Submit your layouts to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com before Sunday, April 27 to be entered to win one of the goodie boxes this month!!

Kim :)

Sneak Peak!

2008-04-14T07:44:00.012-06:00

Happy Monday everyone! The layouts in the goodie gallery are just amazing! Check out everyone's work...it's just so fun to see all the inspiration again.

You're not going to want to miss out on this months goodie box...we've been excited to share the sneak peak with you! And remember that there will be 3 lucky winners chosen this month!!!

Take a look....

All the winners will be receiving some of these cute journaling spots from Shabby Chic Crafts! Aren't they so cute? You can check out her etsy store here. I just love them all! Thanks for your donation!!!

And...

In celebration of our 1 year anniversary, we will also be giving away one kit from each of the classes from Girl's Night Out!!! Since some of you weren't able to be there with us, we wanted to make sure you had a chance to win one of the kits.

"delight Kit"

"Shadow Box Kit" (which was donated by the talented Janet Hopkins! Thanks so much!)

"Card Kit"

Remember....

there is a limit of 2 submissions per person. And if you need a little more inspiration check back next Monday. You only have until Sunday, April 27 to submit your layouts...3 winners will be chosen Monday, April 28....

Kim and Talia :)

Challenge #9: "One"

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We’re so excited to be back this month and to be celebrating our 1 year anniversary with you!!! What started out as something fun for Tal and I to do together has turned into something fabulous! We have been able to make so many great friends and have truly been inspired by everyone. This definitely wouldn’t have been possible without all of you who have supported us each month and have come to play along with us.

So…we would like to thank everyone…

And challenge you once again…..

This month we will be challenging you to create a layout incorporating the word “one”! You may want to use “one” photo, use the word “one” in your title, or create a layout using “one” color…be creative!! There’s so much you can do with “one”!!

And…

It wouldn’t be a challenge without some inspiration from us!

“One Year” By Talia Audenart
(supplies: patterned paper, ribbon, glittered flower, ledger journaling spots: Making Memories; jeweled brads, butterfly, rubons, flower: Heidi Swapp; aceteate bird: My Mind's Eye; chipboard letters: Doodlebug; bracket chipboard frame: Jenni Bowlin)

What a beautiful layout! I love how Tal has focused on “one” year in her journaling and has used “one” photo. Notice how Tal painted the edge of a ghost butterfly and has slightly bent the butterfly wings to make it stand off the page. So fun! Love it!!

“No One” By Kim Loewen
(supplies: patterned paper: Creative Escape special edition; flower-glitter, jeweled brad, writer's blocks, chipboard alphabet, rub-ons, edge distresser, colored pencils: Heidi Swapp; black precision pen: American Crafts; stickles glitter glue: Ranger Inc.; cardstock: Bazzill Basics Paper)

I also used “one” photo on my layout and used a frame that has been broken in half to draw your eye to the photo and title. I colored in the word “one” using pencil crayons to make it stand out and used stickles on the edge of my chipboard letters to add a bit of sparkle.

Remember…next Monday we’ll be sharing a sneak peak of this months goodie box (I don’t want to give too much away, but for anyone who missed out on Girl’s Night Out…here is your chance).

And remember to submit your layouts to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com for your chance to win! This month to celebrate our “one” year anniversary there will be 3 prizes!!! More chances to win!!! Happy Anniversary!!

And one more thing….I just want to give a huge thanks to Tal!! Without her I couldn’t have done this! We’ve been best friends for years and I just love her and her family so much. Thanks for being a huge inspiration to me!! Love you!!

Now go create….we can’t wait to see all your fabulous work.

Kim and Talia

Come Back Next Month!

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This month since we are busy getting ready for Girl's Night Out we have decided to take a little break. Make sure you check out the Girl's Night Out blog after the event...we'll be sharing lot of pictures!

And....

Check back next month for a special challenge...it's our 1 year anniversary and we've got something fun planned!!!

See you next month!

Kim and Talia :)

Your Final Peak....

2008-02-24T22:47:00.020-07:00

Thanks so much for joining us this month as we've shared our rooms with you! Tal and I have both worked hard to create our perfect spaces and we were really excited to share them! Thanks for all the comments :)

Now for your final peak into my space....

Today I'm going to share with you my closet! My favorite part of my closet is this organization unit from Ikea. What's great about it is you can customize it depending what you need. I've organized it so that I have drawer space, shelves and hooks...it's so handy. The bottom drawer has my foam stamps organized into these fabric baskets (they come in a set of 6 from Ikea and you get 3 sizes...2 of each in a package and they're really inexpensive). The baskets are great for separating the fonts. I also used the same baskets to organize the top drawer which holds a lot of my tools and clear stamps. I love that my tools are put away and I don't have to look at the mess. I have a basket for my ink, my adhesive, glitter, acrylic blocks, and then a couple that hold misc. items. I really like the unity too of the baskets.

On the shelves I have more boxes and baskets to hold product. I have a box for chipboard, ghost shapes, Love Elsie, American Crafts embellishments, bling, etc. I like keeping items like that together. And then of course I have my paper storage here as well. I organize my pattern paper by company and find that this system works well for me. And I did a huge purge of my pattern paper so that it would all fit in my paper holders. I figure I really don't need more paper than what fits, right? There is no possible way I could ever use it all and I want to make sure I always have room for new stuff so I need to start only buying the paper I love and know I'll use...that means no more buying paper packs! I've decided that I never seem to use it all...I gotta keep control.

I have a basket of Heidi Swapp stuff that I love...I get this down quite often when I'm working! And I keep all my masks in another basket.... My rubber stamps are in 3 jars...this is my favorite! I saw this in someone else's room and love it so much (sorry I can't remember whose room I saw it in). I have them divided up into shapes and words. I don't do a lot of stamping, so it's okay for me to dig...it really doesn't bother me, but if you're someone who has a lot of stamps and uses them quite often than I probably wouldn't suggest this method. But it sure looks cute!

On the top shelf I have a basket of unfinished projects and then a hat box that has empty albums. It's nice to keep these things in my room, but in a spot where they're out of the way. And then the hooks on the side of my unit hold my bags.

I have wire baskets attached to both sides of my closet that hold rub-ons, alphabets and stickers/embellishments.

I have 2 wire units...one is used for tools (punches, scissors, cutting mats, coluzzle, etc.) and the other holds chipboard shapes, chipboard letters, scrap paper and containers that hold little embellishments. I have a rule for myself that I can only make cards with scrap paper...this way I actually use it instead of cutting a whole new sheet for one little card.

In another part of my room I have this computer cabinet. It's not in there at the moment, so I have some computer magazines, an 8.5x11 paper holder and baskets that hold my blank cards in it. Underneath is where I keep my albums that I can still add to. When an album is filled I keep them upstairs in the livingroom. I have an armoire up there where I keep my albums so that Ryker can't get into them and I love getting them out and looking at them once in awhile!!

I hope you had fun checking out my space and seeing how I work. It feels so good to have my own place where I can create...and don't think for a minute that it always stays this clean...haha!

Have a great week!

Kim :)

The rest of my space!

2008-02-17T22:21:00.014-07:00

Good morning!

I’m back today to share the rest of my room with you all. So let’s get started!

This is my computer desk…yup, I’m a Mac girl and nope, it’s not always this tidy! (heehee)

The next main storage solution I have in my room is my Expedit shelf from Ikea.

This is where I store my supplies and “stuff” that I don’t mind being seen and that is visually inspiring to me. I love all the cubbies and I love that I can switch things around and re-organize very easily if I want to.

On the top shelf I have things like ribbons, flowers, buttons, brads and alphabets all sorted by color. I loooove this. I wasn’t sure if I wanted to go the “color” route and now I am so glad that I did! I didn’t realize until my supplies were organized this way that I really do think in terms of color when I scrapbook rather than, “Oh, I think I want a Making Memories ribbon on this layout.” Sorting by color has sped up my scrapbooking process big time.

On the second row I have cardstock sorted by color and other supplies in baskets. This is my “Love, Elsie” basket:

and this is my basket with blank mini albums just waiting to be used:

The 4 large baskets hold all of my stationary and gift wrap, Christmas supplies and larger chipboard alphabets. One basket is still empty…I’m sure I’ll have it filled up in no time!

Then the bottom shelf is where I store all of my albums.

I am in the process of switching all of my albums to the American Crafts 12x12 Modern Albums…you can see the black ones on the far left, and then on the far right all of my old, 8.5x11 albums. I can’t wait to get new ones!

Next is my “magazine corner”:

I found that cute white shelf at Home Sense and on the wall are wire baskets which hold Heidi Swapp products that I use frequently.

Now comes my favorite part of my room!

This is my magnetic wall calendar from Pottery Barn. I ordered this over a year and a half ago with no place to put it. I knew I’d be able to use it one day, and it is finally up!
This functions as a calendar and an inspiration board for me. I use it to keep my life on track, display projects I’ve made, pictures, magazine cut outs, you name it! It is fun, fun, fun.
(note: I don’t think this calendar is available to order anymore…sorry!)

And before I go, here is one last look at my room.

I bought my table at Ikea, it is actually a kitchen island. It works great for me because I can stand while I work plus it has awesome shelves for storage!

Thank you so much for peeking into my room with me this month. It was fun for me ‘cause not only was I motivated to get my room “done” and organized, but I was eager to share my ideas and hopefully motivate some of you in the process. There is nothing like an organized space to get you inspired to create. Whether it’s your room or your kitchen table, once everything has it’s “place” you’ll be able to work so much easier!

I hope you all have a great day, thanks for stopping by!

Talia:)

(P.S. Come back next week for one last look into Kim's space!)

Welcome!

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*Let me know if the pictures still aren't showing up...sorry!*

Today is Monday again....

And I'm inviting you to check out my Scrap space!!

I've been planning my room for a long time now, but it was just a matter of time before I could get going. Now that we've actually finished our basement renovation I have my own space! Of course we're still working on things down there, but my room was the priority..hehe! And we have great big windows in the basement, so it really doesn't feel like I'm down there.

Anyway....

Today I'm going to share my desk space and some of my favorite display options.

My Desk was inspired by the Pottery Barn Bedford Collection and is very functional since the sides of the table are actually bookshelves. This makes it great for storing items in jars, boxes and baskets.

I love all the jars!! I keep everything from my tapes...to buttons...to chipboard letters...to ribbon and flowers. And I love the different sizes of jars I've collected. Some items I found work better for me to store by color, but that didn't seem to work for everything...it definitely looks so pretty!

I love the closed boxes from Ikea and found them great to hide items that I don't necessarily want on display. I've kept things like journaling spots and other journaling items in one and ghost letters in another...I just find them great for keeping my room looking organized.

Then I also have a lot of metal baskets that work perfectly for holding alphabets, chipboard alphabets, empty mini albums, and another one holds my file folders and kits. Open storage is great so you can actually see what supplies you have.

On top of my desk I have a carousel card holder where I display some of my cards and photos I want to scrapbook. And then I also have a tray that holds some of my basic supplies that I need for almost every project and layout. That way I always have those items right where I need them and don't have to get up while I'm working.

I'm all about displaying my work when I'm finished something I love...so I created this bulletin board. I was given an old frame that my sister got from her work (it used to have an old painting in it), I painted it black and put cork behind. It was so easy and is probably one of my favorite things in my room....I plan on using it for displaying inspiration too!

Behind my door I have 3 shelves that hold some of my favorite idea books. I have so many, but I've found that when I see them I actually turn to them for inspiration, so it's really handy having them out. The rest of my magazines and books are kept on my bookshelf and organized by manufacturer. I only keep the magazines for one year and then after I either give them away or I tear out the articles that inspired me and put them in an inspiration book that I have.

On my window sill I have big clothes pins that some of my smaller cards are displayed in and it's also a great spot for some of my mini albums. The rest of my mini albums are kept in a basket on the bottom shelf of my ladder shelf. Really take advantage of all the areas you have to work with. A window sill is the next best thing to a shelf!

Lastly I have a dress form that hangs on the wall where I have hung one of my favorite projects I did a few weeks ago. It will be great to clip other projects up on here too!

I'm all about displaying what you create!!! I find it very inspirational and I feel that our rooms should be a place that inspires us.

We would love to see how you display your finished items, so make sure you send us pictures of your rooms or organization tips that have worked for you...we love seeing where you are inspired!!!

Kim :)

*Update* You can get the ladder shelves from Pottery Barn or Revy (here in Canada) but I ordered mine from Sears since it was already black! The Card Carousel is from Pottery Barn...it was a gift from my Mom. My desk was custom made by a friend (my hubby traded work with him...so nice) but you can also get a similar one from Pier 1. And the color of my room is peidmont grey (sp?) from Benjamin Moore...it looks more grey in the pictures...it's kind of a greeny-grey. :)

Scrap Spaces

2008-02-03T21:11:00.000-07:00

Happy Monday!

This month we thought we’d do something a little different here at the Goodie Box. We’ve had many requests to see our scrapbook rooms and since Kim and I both just moved into new scrap spaces we thought, “Why not?”

So we’ll be skipping the regular challenge for the month of February and simply sharing our scrapbook rooms with you all. We’ll give you peeks into different aspects of our rooms, organizational tips and more! We’re excited to share how we have our rooms set up and how we work…this is the first time anyone will be seeing our scrapbook spaces!

So…let’s go!

Today I am focusing on my closet storage.

I just recently moved into a new home and I was pleasantly surprised by the closet space in my new office. It’s quite deep and the shelving was already in place. I decided to utilize the entire closet space by using ALL of the wall space and shelf space that I possibly could. The result has been awesome…what I originally thought was going to be a place that I could just “stick stuff in” has become a functional and NECESSARY part of my studio and scrapbooking process.
(TIP: If your closet is without an actual door like mine was, just use a shower curtain rod and hang a simple curtain to act as your door. Simple and cheap!)

On the top shelf I have stored items such as my scrapbooking bags, clocks I want to alter and larger tools that I don’t use very often. (TIP: Use cute baskets to hide objects and things that you don’t want to be seen!)

The middle shelf holds all of my foam stamps (sorted by alphabet and type) in the wooden drawers, letter stickers and rubons in baskets, my patterned paper storage, Heidi Swapp stuff and more stickers and rubons (sorted in binders). I have also hung frequently used tools on the wall in those cute little tins!

The bottom 3 sets of wire drawers also hold frequently used items that I didn’t necessarily want on display in my scrapbook room. These drawers store all of my patterned paper and cardstock scraps (organized by color), tools, adhesives, paints, stamps, inks fabrics and more! It is amazing how easy it is to find all of my “stuff” when it is organized and accessible.

Here are some close ups:

(my patterned paper storage...my rule is, if all my pp doesn't fit in these 5 paper holders, then I have too much and it's time to get rid of some!)

(I store many of my clear acrylic stamps in these little baggies...easy to organize and easy to see!)

Now the last thing I want to share with you today is a system that has been working for me for almost 5 years now…

The Baggie System.

Basically, my rule is, “If it can fit in a baggie, it goes in a baggie!”

I personally find that product packaging just takes up way too much space and is difficult to store. With most of my embellies in clear baggies I can easily sift through and SEE what I have and what I want to use on a project. I am more bound to use what I have on hand if I can easily see it and grab it. This system has totally helped my scrapbooking process…I actually USE what I’ve bought! Imagine that! (hee hee)

What I love about the Baggie System is that it's so easy to use. I love getting all of my products sorted by color and type, and when I run out of something I can just re-use the bag again. AND, when it's time to give something away, I just toss that specific baggie in my giveaway pile...I don't have to worry about losing pieces of this and that. I encourage you all to try this as a way to store all of those embellishments that I KNOW you have! It saves space for storing your supplies and it saves time when you're scrapbooking. :)

I hope that I have given you a few ideas today in making the most of your closet space. And don’t worry…there are more ideas to come! If you have any questions you can post them in the comments section below.

And don’t think we’ve forgotten about the Goodie Gallery! We would love to see where all of you scrapbook, so please email us pictures of your space (maximum of 3 photos) and organizational tips that you may have to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com. Whether you have your own room, your own corner, or the kitchen table, we’d love to see how all of our fellow Goodie Gals work.

Have a great week and come back on Monday to see a peek into Kim’s room!

Talia:)

(and P.S....sorry for the less than perfect photos, but my room is in the basement, so lighting was an issue while taking my photos!!!)

*UPDATED*

I got my clear baggies at Michael's. They come in different sizes and are pretty cheap!

All of my baskets were bought at Ikea...actually, pretty much everything in my room was bought at Ikea! Seriously, the best place for organizational stuff!

And The Winner Is.....

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Nicole Eshelman!!!!!

Congrats Nicole on your beautiful layout! We loved it! Don't you just love the little birds on her layout? Or the way she created her title? We just loved everything about it!!! So send us your addy so we can get this fun goodie box out to you!

The layouts were amazing as always! It's so hard to pick just one winner when we loved what everyone created. There are some good resolutions recorded there...and don't think we won't be checking up on you...cause we will! hehe! Thanks to everyone for playing along with us.

We wanted to give a shout out to:

-Veronica Milan

-Julianne Cragg

-Karen Hach

-Dana West

_Bethany Engstrom

Great job ladies!!

And a huge thank you to The Urban Scrapbook for the donation! If you haven't had the chance to check out their store...check out their website for some great inspiration! Thanks again!

Next month we have a special surprise for everyone and will be doing things a little bit different. So check back next week.....

Kim and Talia :)

It's Monday!

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We wanted to check up on everyone this week and see how their resolutions are going? I know that sometimes we choose to work on things that are maybe totally different for us or are completely out of our comfort zone...and I find that it helps to have someone that is checking up on you or there for support. So if you haven't checked out the goodie gallery you really should see all the fabulous things people are doing in their lives! And the pages are amazing!! Thanks everyone for sharing with us this month! Remember this is a new year...and you have a clean slate...just think of all the things you can do with it!

And time for a little inspiration....

"Organize Planner" By Kim Loewen

I needed a place where I could write down ideas and plans for each room in my house and keep little inspiration ideas from magazines. There's an envelope as a pocket on the front cover to keep any loose papers and then I also added 3 tabs for different sections...and it's small enough that I can carry it around with me. A great tool for my organization goal!

Remember....

You have until Sunday, January 27th to submit your layouts! One winner will be announced next Monday!! And the prize is unbelievable this month! A huge thanks to The Urban Scrapbook!!!

Have a great week everyone!

Kim and Talia :)

Inspiration!

2008-01-17T08:47:00.000-07:00

I know it's not Monday....

But we have stuff to share!!

"Resolution Ornament" By Talia Audenart

I love love love this ornament Talia made as a reminder for the resolution she made this year. She has this hanging in her home and whenever she looks at it she can remember to work on her goal. Fabulous Tal! I love it!!!

It's not always easy to make resolutions...you need to reflect on them and keep motivated and sometimes that's hard to do. By making something to put in your home, car, or at work (wherever it might be) it will help you accomplish whatever it is you are working on. You might even set aside a certain time each week or month to sit down and think about your progress....or maybe just by displaying the layout you created about your goal will be a helpful reminder. There are some fabulous layouts in the goodie gallery! Keep them coming!

Kim :)

Sneak Peak...

2008-01-14T08:00:00.000-07:00

Wow! The layout submissions have been amazing!! What inspiring work...and great resolutions!!! There have been so many resolutions that I've thought to myself "I should do that..." maybe next year, right? Keep them coming cause you won't want to miss out on your chance to win this great prize from The Urban Scrapbook...

The winner will receive...

* one Pop Culture creative kit
* one hangman old flame
* one package of domino borderlines
* one package of home taglines
* one package of domino chip alpha
* Zoe Wood Shop Clear Stamps
* Jack and Abby Bloom chipboard album
* Clearly Urban acrylic 6x6 album
* 3 spools of ribbon

They were so generous this month in donating all these fabulous products!!! The Urban Scrapbook has a great site with lots of inspiration...check it out!

Remember that you only have until Sunday, January 27th to submit your layouts!

And...

Later this week we'll have some more inspiration...so check back!

Kim :)

just a note...

2008-01-10T22:08:00.000-07:00

...the Girl's Night Out blog has been updated!

We are LOVING the layouts we have received so far for the "Resolutions" challenge. So totally inspiring.

Kim and Talia:)

Challenge #8: "Resolutions"

2008-01-07T08:23:00.000-07:00

Happy New Year!!

It's that time again when we think about the things we want to accomplish in the year ahead...and whatever it might be, we thought it would be fun this month if we challenged you to challenge yourself! We want you to do a layout about the goals you've set for yourself and the things you want to accomplish. And if you're still having trouble deciding what it is exactly that you'd like to work on, ask yourself these questions...

"Is there something missing?"
"Is there something you've been putting off?"
"What do you want to change or do better at?"

You might set a big goal...but there's also always little things in our lives that we seem to only make a mental note and say "someday I want to change that..." Why wait for someday? This month we want to inspire you...encourage you...and be there as you make a fresh start in your life. So start today by deciding what it is you want to work on...and then create a layout about it!

And now for some inspiration....

" A New Day" By Talia Audenart
I love how Talia included an envelope on her layout where she shares her reason for making the resolution she made this year. And I love the colors she choose...it just seems to set the mood for her goal!

"Clean Up & Organize" By Kim Loewen
I created a mini album on my layout with before pictures and words that remind me of what I want to accomplish. I also left some spots to add after pictures! It attaches to my layout by sliding through one of the pattern paper strips.

Remember to email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com and attach a copy of your layout so we can post it in the Goodie Gallery!

And check back next week for the sneak peak of this months Goodie Box!!! The Urban Scrapbook has donated an amazing prize package filled with fun stuff!!! You won't want to miss out!

Kim and Talia :)

P.S. I realized that I forgot to tell you when your deadline would be for submissions! Oops! You have until Sunday, January 27th to submit your layouts. And then On Monday, Janauary 28th we'll announce a winner!!!

a BIG announcement!

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Check it out here!!!

:)

(and come back on Monday for January's challenge!!)

The Goodie Gallery Give Away!!!

2007-12-17T20:35:00.000-07:00

Hey...

I just wanted to post the winners from the Goodie Gallery! Thanks for all the great submissions this month! You guys have been busy....

And the winners are....

Sheri Colautti

and

Jessica Livingstone

You've won.......

We'd like to thank Pictures Never Forget and Shaylenne the owner and designer of this great company for the special give away!!! They make the neatest wooden items that you can alter!!...So FUN!!!

So congrats ladies and make sure to email your addresses to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can get your wooden tree out to you!

Have a great Christmas and we'll see you in the new year with some exciting things!!!

Kim :)

Our last winner...

2007-12-17T09:28:00.000-07:00

Good Morning!

We hope you all had a great weekend, and now it's time to announce our winner from Saturday's giveaway! The winner is...

Jamie!

Congrats, girl....send us your mailing address to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can mail out your stuff.
(and just a note to all of the winners...we'll be mailing all the giveaway's out at the same time, so you should all get your prizes by the end of this month!)

If you haven't submitted anything for the Goodie Gallery yet, you have until tonight...Kim will be back this evening to announce the winner from our Goodie Gallery drawing. The prize is really cute, so send us a project to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com if you want a chance to win!

This has been a great month, and as Kim said in her last post, we have some fun stuff planned for January, so have a very Merry Christmas and I'll see you all then!

Talia:)

The 12th Day of Christmas....

2007-12-15T07:56:00.000-07:00

It's so sad that this is our last day...we hope you've had fun!

"Christmas Frame Album" By Kim Loewen

After seeing Heidi Swapp's Mother's Day album I knew I wanted to create my own. This one is on a much smaller scale...I used a 2 1/4 x 3 1/4 frame. I cut out my bottom paper to fit the frame opening and then sewed different papers around the edge to create the flaps. I simply added some index print photos, a few embellishments and a little journaling! It was actually very quick to make and what a cute gift for a family or friend!

So...

Leave a comment and you will be entered to win...

Love this prize!!

We want to give a special thank you to Treasured Memories for donating all these fabulous prizes! You can check out their blog to see what's new in the Store and they even have a photo gallery so you can see what the store looks like inside! So fun!

And...

Yesterday's winner is....

sophiasmom...who said
"This has been so much fun...I'm sad it's ending! This frame is darling!!"

email your address to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com and we'll get your fun prize out to you!

We've had so much fun sharing our Christmas projects with you and have loved hearing your comments! Thanks so much for playing along with us each day and a special shout out to all the ladies who sent in projects to the Goodie Gallery! You are all so talented!!!

Make sure you check back on Monday when we announce the winner...from today and the winner from the Goodie Gallery submissions!!

We hope you have a very Merry Christmas and make it one you'll never forget!

And....

Don't forget to check back in the new year...there are so many exciting things we will be sharing with you....

Merry Christmas!

Kim and Talia :)

The 11th Day of Christmas!

2007-12-14T07:55:00.000-07:00

It's my last day with you guys...here's today's project!

"Naughty or Nice Shadow Box Frame" by Talia Audenart

How can you go wrong with chipboard letters, glitter and a big frame? Have fun using different fonts and alphabets, and come up with a cute phrase or word to display in your home. I thought this one was very appropriate to have around for my (almost) 3 year old....I'm having to constantly remind her to be "nice"!!

And for today's giveaway...

Just more fun stuff from Treasured Memories...leave a comment if you want a chance to win these goodies!

And let's not forget about yesterday's winner...

Allison who said...
What a wonderful page! We have A LOT of December babies in our family too! I love the wings and all the sweet photos you've added! Gorgeous page!

Email us your mailing addy to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can mail your prize to ya!!

Okay girls, this truly has been a fun month. I can't believe the 12 days are almost over! Thanks to everyone who has been joining in by commenting and submitting in the Goodie Gallery. You ALL rock! Tomorrow's our last day with an adorable project from Kim, so we'll see you then.

Merry Christmas!!!

Talia:)

On the 10th Day of Christmas....

2007-12-13T08:00:00.001-07:00

Welcome to Day 10!

"Lullaby My Child So Dear" By Kim Loewen

It's hard not to fall in love with all the beautiful Christmas papers this year…why not take some time creating a layout to record a special Christmas memory. On this layout I used pictures of my son that were taken shortly before Christmas, but it was easy to incorporate them into the theme of my Christmas layout...remember just like Talia had mentioned when she made her frame ornaments...you don't always have to use a Christmas picture on a Christmas project!

Make sure you leave a comment today so you can be entered to win this....

Have you checked the Goodie Gallery? There are some great projects...the inspiration is incredible!!! Email us your Christmas projects so you can be entered to win a fabulous prize...this month is all about the give aways! Thanks Treasured Memories!

Congrats to yesterday’s winner…

Paula!!!!

Who said

“what a neat idea!”

Email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can send out this fun prize!!!

Check back tomorrow...Talia has a really great idea to share with you!!!

Kim :)

The 9th Day of Christmas!

2007-12-12T08:41:00.000-07:00

Here's today's project!

"Whisk" by Talia Audenart
I always like cute ways of giving treats to people during the holidays, and this is another simple one. Fill the whisk with any kind of yummy treat and you're good to go!

And here is today's giveaway from Treasured Memories:

These Autumn Leaves and Queen and Co. goodies look so fun to use...post a comment if you want a chance to win!

Yesterday's winner is...

the hale family!!

Congrats to you, email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com with your mailing addy!

This month is just flying by....don't forget to send us your Christmas projects so we can post them in the Goodie Gallery. Don't forget that by sending us your work, you're entering yourself in yet another awesome drawing!!

Have a great day!!

T:)

The 8th day of Christmas...

2007-12-11T08:32:00.001-07:00

Okay it’s Day 8 already….

“Christmas Jar” By Kim Loewen

This is a really easy gift for any neighbor or friend! Decorate a glass jar with rubons, flowers, jewels, tape, ribbon…whatever you have in your stash…and then fill the jar with some yummy Christmas candy or baking. I thought it would look cute with candy canes too…but I loved the look of these chocolate covered pretzels!

Check out what you could win today….I love bling!!!

Just leave us a comment. And thanks to Chantel for another great give away!

And now for yesterday’s winner…

Sansku:)

Congrats!!!

Email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can send you your goodies!!! So fun!

Christmas is 2 weeks away…okay that’s scary…it’s coming fast!

Happy Holidays!

Kim and Talia

The 7th Day of Christmas!

2007-12-10T08:27:00.000-07:00

Okay, we're back! Hope everyone had a great weekend...here's today's project!

"Hanging Frames" by Talia Audenart

Every year I always make an ornament with a recent picture on it for our tree. These were so fun and easy to make, and as always, great for gifts, too! Like I said in the video, using coordinating elements just takes the guess-work out of everything and really speeds the process along. My kids love these (as you can maybe see by the pictures....their little fingers have been all over 'em). I think it will be fun to go through all their "picture ornaments" every year as we set up the tree...just a fun little tradition!

And here is today's giveaway...

You can't go wrong with American Crafts chipboard alphabets and these Prima Christmas flowers and accents are gorgeous. Post a comment so you have a chance to win!

And Saturday's winner is:

Kristi who said...
so cute kim, I,too want to rewrap what I have already done, to make them cute!

Congrats, Kristi! Email us so we can get your goodies to ya!

Have a great, Monday and check back again tomorrow for Day 8. Whew....this month is just moving right along!

Talia:)

P.S. Thanks to everyone who is posting...we've had so much reading all the comments and appreciate the feedback!

The 6th Day of Christmas!

2007-12-08T08:07:00.000-07:00

Day 6!!!

“Gift Wrap Ideas” By Kim Loewen

It’s not always what you give, but the presentation of the gift that counts! I’m all about cute packaging and love to collect wrapping paper, tissue, bags and ribbons. So I’m challenging you this Christmas to be Creative as you wrap your gifts. It doesn’t have to cost very much to make your packages look super cute.

Here’s a few more ideas….

• Wrap your presents with newspaper and tie a red or green ribbon around it.

• Make your own gift tags using scrap paper…you could even make them a little bigger so they really stand out. Keep them simple by just adding a punched star and a button.

• Cut a snowflake out of white paper like you used to do as a kid and attach it to the front of your gift.

• Take a picture of different Christmas decorations around your house, print them and make them into gift tags by writing with a permanent maker right on top (similar to the picture of who the present is for idea…).

• Use a sprig of Holly Berries and tie a big bow on it and attach to the front of you gift.

• Make your own gift bag out of an envelope by sealing an empty envlope and cutting off one end. This works great with any size of envelope. (Someone once showed me how to actually fold the envelope so it looks exactly like a gift bag…it was so neat!)

• Cover a box and lid with wrapping paper…if you cover them separately they can be reused! Just tie a ribbon around it to keep it shut.

• Look for items around your house…think outside of the box and you could really surprise yourself at how cute your wrapping could turn out.

• Give your Christmas Baking on a nice dish or serving tray that can be a part of the present.

• Attach a Candy Cane or other holiday treat…maybe you could attach a little bag of yummy cookies or other baking!

I could go on and on…I love hearing other ideas, so feel free to leave a comment with any other suggestions.

And make sure you leave a comment so you can win this from Treasured Memories...

Oohh...such fun stuff!

Yesterday’s winner is….

Morgan

Congrats!!! Don’t forget to send us your email so we can get your goodies out to you right away!

And…

We’re taking a break on Sunday…so check back on Monday when Talia shares another great project idea!!!

:)

The 5th Day of Christmas!

2007-12-07T08:16:00.000-07:00

Okay, everyone, ready for another project??? Let's go!

"Christmas Word Ornaments" by Talia Audenart
When I saw these on Ali's blog a couple weeks ago I knew this was a project that I wanted in my house for Christmas this year. As scrapbookers I think we are all attracted to words, so these ornaments are the perfect fit! I know I keep saying this, but they're sooooo easy to make! Literally, if you have cardstock, a printer and ribbon, then you're good to go. These are the words I used, but get creative and come up with any and all words that are fun and meaningful to you and your family.

believe
blessings
give
ho ho ho
hope
jingle
jolly
joy
laughter
merry
miracle
naughty
noel
peace
rejoice
savior
st. nick
twinkle
wonder

Oh, and let's not forget about today's giveaway:

These Hambly rubons are to die for. Thanks, Chantel! Remember to post a comment below if you want to be included in the draw, and don't forget to send us your Christmas projects for the Goodie Gallery. There's some cute stuff in there already!

And last but not least, yesterday's winner is...

Liz who said:

I found your blog through my friend Holly and I love the Christmas Journal... Super cute I love it!

So email us your mailing address, Liz to thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com. Congrats!

Whew! Come back tomorrow with another project from Kim...have a great day!!

Talia:)

The Fourth Day of Christmas!

2007-12-06T07:54:00.000-07:00

Day 4 already…

Sorry...I'm having a little issue with downloading the video...check back later but I posted the project and prize!!!

“Christmas Art Journal” By Kim Loewen

I’ve really wanted to record my thoughts and feelings about the Christmas season this year, so I thought I would create an art journal. I’ve tried to use mostly the same product line to keep it simple and easy...this way I don’t have to think too much about coordinating items! Hehe! Each day for 12 days (you can see I’ve started already) I will journal about our traditions, thoughts, feelings, memories, or anything that’s happening at the moment that I don’t want to forget. I wanted this Christmas to be simpler so that I could focus on the true meaning of the season…and what better way to do that then journal.... As I journal I’ll fill in the pages more, but that will be the daily process…I’ll add the day, journal, and embellish more if needed! It will be so fun to look back next year and read my Christmas message.... If you wanted to simplify this project even more...you could incorporate the idea into a layout!

Remember to leave a comment so that you can be entered to win...

These beautiful rub-ons and gold metallic chipboard stars! I am loving the goodies that were donated by Treasured Memories!!!

Yesterday’s winner is.....

Wendy Sue

Email us at thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com so we can send this fun prize to you!

Tal will be here tomorrow to share another great idea…so check back! And don't forget to check the great ideas in the goodie gallery!

:)

The 3rd Day of Christmas!

2007-12-05T07:42:00.002-07:00

Good Morning, Everyone!

Here is day 3's video:

"Photo Wreath" by Talia Audenart
This is one of my favorite Christmas decorations....I think my girls will like seeing their pictures every year of when they were tiny!

And today's giveaway from Treasured Memories is:

Aren't these elements from American Crafts so fun? Totally easy to use on any project, and I always love me some Doodlebug bling! Post a comment below to be entered in today's drawing!

Yesterday's winner is...

Diane R. !!!!

So email us your mailing address, Diane so we can mail your stuff to ya!

Okay, have a great day and we'll be back tomorrow!!!

:)

The Second Day of Christmas!

2007-12-04T07:38:00.000-07:00

Welcome to Day 2!!!

"Christmas Fudge Recipe Card" By Kim Loewen

Everyone has their favorite Christmas baking that we love to share with neighbours and friends...so why not make a recipe card that you can attached when sharing your yummy treats! You can easily add your recipe to any cute package.... I found some really inexpensive clear glass plates at Ikea or you can fill a tin or take out box...try something new when packaging your treats to give away this year. Everyone will be impressed!

And...

Don't forget to leave a comment so you can be entered in the drawing to win this...

Thanks again to Treasured Memories for the amazing prizes!

Yesterdays winner is....

Bonnie B. !!!

Congrats Bonnie and remember to email us your mailing address.

We hope everyone is enjoying the Christmas Season!

Kim and Talia :)

The 12 Days of Christmas!

2007-12-03T08:49:00.000-07:00

Happy December, everyone! We hope that you are all getting into the “Christmas Spirit”… we’ve been busy busy busy getting ready for this month as we are doing the 12 Days of Christmas with you all!

This month is going to be tons of fun…

Everyday we will share with you a Christmas project accompanied by photos and a short video-how-to. We have lots of fun ideas to share!! And that isn’t all…

We will also be doing a Christmas giveaway EVERYDAY of fun, holiday scrapbooking products. Thank you soooooooooo much to this month’s sponsor, Chantel Mernickle, owner of Treasured Memories here in Edmonton. Chantel has donated tons of fun stuff that you can have a chance to win. All you have to do is post a comment to be eligible for that days drawing. Sound good?

And one last thing…

We still want to see the Goodie Gallery filled with inspiration this month, so send us jpegs of any holiday projects that you’ve created, or if you’ve made one of the projects that we will be sharing with you, then send us a picture of that, too! (Remember, our email address is: thegoodieboxgirls@hotmail.com). At the end of the 12 days, we’ll be randomly picking one person from the Goodie Gallery to win yet another Christmas giveaway. Whoo hoo!

So, let’s get going with Day 1!

“Merry and Bright Garland” by Talia Audenart

Have fun using chipboard in different shapes and sizes to create a garland of your own. Pull out any papers and embellishments that are Christmasy to create a garland of your very own!

And here is our “Day 1 Giveaway”

Daisy D’s cardstock stickers, chipboard titles and rhinestones…so cute and totally getting me in the mood to scrap! Thanks, Treasured Memories!

So if you want a chance to win today’s prize then post a comment below (be sure to include your name) and we’ll be announcing the winner tomorrow morning along with Day 2’s project and video!!!

I have to say, I am super excited about this month…make sure you check back daily to see all that is going on. Hope your day is Merry and Bright!!

Talia:)

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