Happy Monday! I just spent the past few days up at Lake Tahoe, and wow, was it ever beautiful!!! I want to thank Elizabeth from 217 Creations for doing such an amazing job as our Guest Designer on Friday - wasn't that mini album the most gorgeous thing you've ever seen? Absolutely stunning! Be sure to check it out if you haven't already! Thanks, Elizabeth!!
This week's blog candy is the "Good Day Sunshine" paper pack by My Mind's Eye, and I'm also going to toss in a few Bo Bunny cardstock colors to coordinate with it. This is the line of paper that I used to make the layout below. I loved working with these papers as the colors were so unique and soft. Now I want to go to the beach!! To enter for the blog candy, follow this blog and leave a comment on this post. You can also come back every day this week to post another comment for more chances. Read the end of today's post to see winners for last week.
This layout is not going to be a kit, but I will list the sizes for you if you'd like to scraplift. See below.
All cuts are from the new Pack Your Bags cart. The suitcase is 2 1/2", turtles are 2" and 2 1/2", lobster is 2 1/4", lifesaver ring is 2 1/2", drink is 4", crab is 2", sandcastle is 3", and "Our Trip" is 2".
Mat Sizes are as follows...
Yellow: (1) 5 x 7, (2) 5 x 5
Dark Red: (1) 4 1/2 x 6 1/2, (2) 4 1/2 x 4 1/2
Patterned: (1) 4 1/4 x 6 1/4, (2) 4 1/4 x 4 1/4
All pieces were inked with either blue or dark brown chalk ink. I also used pop-dots and white gel pen. There's also faux stitching around photo mats, using a brown marker. Green ribbon is from Stampin' Up.
The background was pieced together with pages from the My Mind's Eye Good Day Sunshine paper pack. The journal box is also from the paper pack.
Check back tomorrow for a super cute project by Nana Susan!
Oh, you didn't think I'd forget about the blog candy winners for last week, did you? Here they are. Please email me at moniquegriffith@yahoo.com with your shipping address within 2 weeks so I can get your prize out to you. Congrats!
Paisley cart:
Shelley said...
Absolutely love this layout!!!
Shelley
shelleymace21@gmail.com
http://carleys-closet.blogspot.com
Kit of choice:
Aman said...
I love your kits. The tuff girl one is my favorite. It's so unique!
Hi Monique,
ReplyDeleteI love your layout! This cart is high on my list to purchase. Now I want it even more! I love the suitcase and the turtle!
The paper and layout are perfect together. Love the paper choices on the lobster!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Makes me want to go on a much needed vacation. Awesome job as always!
ReplyDeletemeggiemeg at comcast dot net
Another amazing layout. Love the paper and colors...
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing
Bmwpcr25@hotmail.com
lovely lay out..... it surely gives you the inspiration to pack the bags and go to summer time vactation fun!!! but i quess make the lay out will be the cheaper version....
ReplyDeletethanks
hernandezmarieke@gmail.com
Love the layout and love the papers used. You always do such a great job. I haven't ordered from you yet, but I plan to! Nancy
ReplyDeleteThis is a great LO and as I have no chance of going to a beach I think it may be a Finding Nemo movie afternoon with the kids after school :)
ReplyDeleteBeautiful layout. Love the colors and so ready for beach and sunshine. TFS!
ReplyDeleteSondra
srader@fuse.net
Love how your cuts always add to the design without being overwhelming. Great layout!
ReplyDeleteAwesome layout, all the details, gorgeous!!
ReplyDeleteCindy
miller896042 at bellsouth dot net
Great layout! The papers are perfect for your theme. Thanks for sharing. Lucy
ReplyDeleteThis layout is so amazing, as are all of your layouts. I so need this paper pack. Thanks for the chance and I am a follower. patnbobcuddy at gmail dot com
ReplyDeleteI love this layout! The colors are just fabulous!!
ReplyDeleteLove the layout! Your designs are awesome!
ReplyDeleteThis is awesome, gave me great ideas for my trip to Jamaica in 48 days!!! I just need the cartridge
ReplyDeletePenny
moosecollector17 at yahoo dot com
Really great LO!! Love all the details
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute layout! I just might have to scraplift, since I do have that cart. Thanks for the sizes! The paper is adorable!
ReplyDeleteAwesome layout! I love your coordination of papers, and the images are all so cute! I guess I really need this cart!
ReplyDeleteGreat LO.. so much detail.
ReplyDeleteHello Monique! Glad you are back! The Pack Your Bags layout is so cute! Your creativity is truly amazing and I really look forward to seeing what you create each day. This is one of the carts that is currently on my "want" list.
ReplyDeleteWow, you did a beautiful job on this layout, I just love all the details!
ReplyDeleteFantastic as always!! Now I want this cart. Thanks for sharing the dimensions!
ReplyDeleteAngee
gavinlover_99@yahoo.com
I just love all you layouts! Thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteStacey
shalbgewachs at sbcglobal dot net
Super cute layout! It makes me think of summer. TFS
ReplyDeleteTiffany
tiffanymarierice@yahoo.com
http://sparkledmemories.blogspot.com/
This layout is great! I'll have to add this cart to my wish list!
ReplyDeletevalerie 902 at gmail dot com
so awesome of you to share!! Love your LO's!!! :)
ReplyDeletemderosby at gmail dot com
Oh my goodness, I LOVE this LO!! It's sooo cute!
ReplyDeletera6352 (at) gmail (Dot) com
Love the layout and the papers are awesome!!!! Another cartridge I will have to purchase. This layout will go well with our trip to Tybee Island last year.
ReplyDeleteJust love the suitcase and turtle is just to cute. Thanks for the inspiration and chance to win. papermemories4u @ yahoo . com
ReplyDeleteooh, love that layout and that paper also. they have some really nice papers. cgreer40@comcast.net
ReplyDeleteLove this LO. The inking looks great and I love all the details!
ReplyDeleteAll the detail you put into your elements always amazes me .. . great job!
ReplyDeleteI love your layout and I have to add that cart to my wish list. Thasnks for sharing.
ReplyDeletedbjb1519 at yahoo dot com
Fabulous layout! You always convince me of the cartridges i must have!!! Thanks!!
ReplyDeleteLove this layout!! The paper is pretty awesome too!!
ReplyDeleteI love this layout, perfect for my Mexico vacation pictures.
ReplyDeleteMonica mmapplegate@sbcglobal.net
love the little suitcase off of this cart. I travel a lot and that would be a great addition to my meager (ha!) cartridge collection.
ReplyDeleteGreat layout...the lobster is so cute!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this LO and thanks for the chance to scraplift it, i think i will and make a LO using pictures of our trip to Marco Island FL last October! It will be PERFECT for it!
ReplyDeleteThanks again
Denise
Wow...another wonderful layout! Love the softer colors on these papers...so pretty. I'm now craving Maine lobster!! TFS!
ReplyDelete~Sharon C.
Congrats to Shelley!!! This is a cute layout! Thanks so much for the sizing...I just got this cart and haven't had a chance to use it yet. I am learning so much from you!!! I love your kits too!
ReplyDeletehugs,
joni
OMG! Amazing lo!!!
ReplyDeleteLove this layout. . . .I know I always comment on your color selections. . .they are always perfect! TFS
ReplyDeleteI love you girlfriend!!! you are soooo generous cuz' you know you could have made money just off the instructions for this uber cool layout (really whipped it out just over the weekend, must be the scenery!) and yet you give it freely...
ReplyDeletelove this layout very nicely done. your so talented.
ReplyDeletelike it alot. i love scrapbook pages
ReplyDeleteGreat LO as usual Monique. The paper choice is perfect.
ReplyDeleteWonderful LO as always. Almost glad it isn't a kit--I've spent my allowance for this month. :-) So glad you had a great weekend with special friends. Grammy GG
ReplyDeleteThe layout is wonderful for our beach trip and I love the paper!
ReplyDeletejuliayoder@hotmail.com
Adorable layout! I love the soft colors Thanks for another great kit!
ReplyDeleteI love the lo...as always! You do magic in your designing. I'm also a big fan of MME, so would love to win the candy...TFS!
ReplyDeleteCarol aka cyimbugbitten
bugbitten at hotmail dot com
Love your layout, as always! I just bought this cart a couple of weeks ago, glad I did!
ReplyDeleteAwesome layout! Looks like a fun, fun cart!
ReplyDeleteThis layout is beautiful! Glad you had such a wonderful weekend and cannot wait to see you this weekend!
ReplyDeleteyour pizza pal, Jenny
That layout is awesome!!! I want that cartridge now! It will be perfect for my cruise trip! LOL! My husband isn't going to be too happy today when I tell him I want a new cartridge!
ReplyDeleteSuch a fun layout! I wish I were close to a beach right now! TFS!
ReplyDeletesweet lo, i really like the lobster and the turtle. awesome job.
ReplyDeleteI love the little turtle on this layout! TFS
ReplyDeletekperlic@hotmail.com
WOW What an amazing layout!!! You do such a great job on all of your projects!!! pennykitz@charter.net
ReplyDeletehttp://pennykitz.blogspot.com/
I just bought this cartridge and LOVE this layout - will definitely have to scraplift for my Cayman vacation photos.
ReplyDeletejenniferquaintance at yahoo dot com
Love this LO and all of the colors go so well to gether.
ReplyDeleteLuria
riad2004@bellsouth.net
Love it as Usual Monique! SOunds like Y'all had a great time!
ReplyDeleteThose papers look so yummy. You have gotten me addicted to that Bo Bunny yardstick.. I just might need to come and get some from you!
love, love, love this layout!
ReplyDeleteDeb
debbie.brasel@hbfuller.com
great lo monique. tfs.
ReplyDeleteI love this!!! I know just where I'd use it too. Thanks for putting it on your blog.
ReplyDeleteLove your LO - as always you did such a great job! Have the cartridge, now all I need is the paper!
ReplyDeleteMonique you always do such a nice job on your Layouts... I love this one I live in the mountians but, I also love the beach OBX to be exact.
ReplyDeleteThe lobster and the turtle are my favorites.
TFS
Michelle
mpetrovich23@yahoo.com
http://peanutbutterandjellydesigns.blogspot.com
Yippee!! This layout reminds me that good ole summertime is not too far away. Love the colors and the cartridge. Gotta run out and get the cartridge ASAP!1
ReplyDeleteOh Monique, I love this LO! I bought this cart just to scrap my cruise photos! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteGreat layout, love the die cuts made from patterned paper.
ReplyDeleteThis would be so perfect for our latest trip to Hawaii!
ReplyDeleteSuch an adorable layout!! I love how the paper and the cuts fit so nicely!!
ReplyDeleteAmy V
silly_girl_823 at hotmail dot com
My goodness you are just so talented with your layouts...You always make me want to own the owns you have.
ReplyDeletesmiles...Tammy
Wow!!! you did an awesome job on this. You are so talented. this looks like a great cartridge. I will be sure to look this one up. My hubby and I went on a 25th anniversary trip and this would be great for that !!!
ReplyDeleteLove the layout.
ReplyDeletecraftymom205 at yahoo dot com
Another great layout Monique! Glad you had a great weekend as well. Luv the paper choice and the turtle and lobster are my fav's :D
ReplyDeleteI love that paper, so many things to do with it. And the lay is wonderful.
ReplyDeleteThis layout is so cute, just got that cartridge last week. Thanks for the opportunity to scraplift it!
ReplyDeletethedhillonz@hotmail.com
Monique, you have such a knack for coordinating papers! I wish I had your talent for that. I would love to win this paper pack because it is soooo different from what i would normally do. Thanks for the chance to win!
ReplyDeleteI'm not a scrapper...but luv all your kits!!! luv your color combos and your designs are AMAZING!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLove the colors in the paper. Your layout is perfect with the paper. Would love to win this cartridge. Thanks for the opportunity to win. Thanks for sharing your talents with us.
ReplyDeletescrapbooknut67114 at gmail dot com
Love this layout and love the Pack your bags cart! What a great combo you have matched in this layout!
ReplyDeleteGreat layout - glad you had a great weekend.
ReplyDeletemmlmn @polarcomm.com
Congrats to the winners!
ReplyDeleteElisabeth was wonderful, Monique. I hope she comes back again!
This new layout is fabulous! I love it!
Blessings, Donna
grandma4five
OMG, I find myself logging in just to see what wonderful creation you have for the day, and you don't let me down, great stuff, and thanks for the giveaways.
ReplyDeleteMonique, I think you have more talent in your little finger than I've got in my whole body. I LOVE that layout and the paper too. Living in San Diego I don't really need to go too far to have a day like that. Thanks for all the sizes etc.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely lovely!
ReplyDeleteI love your layout! I am so excited to scraplift your work!
ReplyDeleteI love this layout, would have purchased it to use for our vacation which will be a trip to Hawaii to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary. I have already ordered the cart so I am excited to get these measurements - now - can I do it without detailed instructions? Maybe something close.
ReplyDeleteYour LO are amazing and so much detail, the thought and dedicated that you must do to accomplish these LO's -there just is not words. Thanks upnurse at aol dot com
ReplyDeleteI absolutely love this kit and your layout is so adorable!
ReplyDeletexxsquigglesxx(at)gmail(dot)com
I love this layout. The details are really great. I agree the papers are unique colors but really fun. I love it. I hope I win!
ReplyDeleteI love, Love this layout! Makes me want to grab a drink and head for vacation! Such talent!
ReplyDeleteLove your layout. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteReally like this one I could use this one considering we will be traveling soon! Love it!!
ReplyDeleteI love this paper line and your layout is so fun! Must get that cart!!
ReplyDeleteUnique and soft is the perfect description for the colors on these papers, thank you for sharing.
ReplyDeleteKat
Cute page...there are so many little details that keep catching my eye! TFS!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fabulous layout! Your papers are just perfect. Congratulations to the winners, too!
ReplyDeleteToo, too cute. I can almost feel the tropical breezes!
ReplyDeleteAHHHHHHH! This is SO stinkin' AWESOME! I love it! I have to hurry and get the Pack Your Bags cart, now!
ReplyDeleteYour layout is travelious, makes me wanna get to the beach! Your choice of the papers was spot on!
ReplyDeletesurfnfroggie@aol.com
Those are some of my favorite colors. I love how the layout looks!
ReplyDeleteLove the layout and the paper.
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing.
sekala45@roadrunner.com
So very cute! Love all the little details you do. The colors are perfect.
ReplyDeletebeth lee
bethlorr@hotmail.com
Your LO are awesome!!!! Love all your work!!!
ReplyDeleteHappy Crafting!!
Karen dkolopez@msn.com
Hi Monique!
ReplyDeleteMy friend Jackie suggested that I follow your blog now we are both hooked! I just love your cricut layouts they inspire me to really use my cricut much more!! I would love to have this kit! It is absolutely a perfect layout to start my mother and daughter album of our trip to Costa Rica ! LOVE LOVE LOVE the paper
Best Regards!
Patricia Miller
rosiedog98@hotmail.com
I love this layout! you are now an official enabler because now I have to get this cartridge. thanks again for a great idea.
ReplyDeletewtate11@sbcglobal.net
I love the layout. I would so love to purchase this cartridge. I think I will move it to the top of my list. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteWOW!! OK! This one is my fav (well, until another of your awesome layouts is posted--LOL)
ReplyDeleteI definitely have to get this cartridge!!
What a great layout. Love the colors especially since they are MME - my favorite paper! Thank you for the chance to win some.
ReplyDeleteAwesome, awesome layout! Love it! And absolutely love the turtles! :) Thanks so much for the cartridge win! Can't wait to get it!
ReplyDeleteThanks again!
Shelley
http://carleys-closet.blogspot.com
shelleymace21@gmail.com
I love your layout! Now if I could go somewhere!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great layout! Really love the color combo!
ReplyDeleteCongrats to the winners!
What a Cute layout (as always)! I just got this cart and can't wait to use it, what great ideas. And Love the papers, they're perfect for that cart, would love to win! Thanks!
ReplyDeleteTheresa
mccadesmom at gmail dot com
Awesome layout , I just ordered that cart. Will have to come back to your LO for more inspiration when I get the cart . I love all your kits , to bad this isnt a kit also. Dawn RI
ReplyDeleteabosoffit@hotmail.com
This is my favorite one yet! I am in love with the pack your bags cart and my minds eye papers are awesome! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeletedsc105@live.com
I love this layout also, and can't wait to see how I can incorporate it into spending time at the ocean. no cruise, but a beach house.
ReplyDeletePam Dixon
Very pretty layout. The paper is so soothing and relaxing!
ReplyDeleteSouthernMrs
at verizon
dot net
Very cute layout and beautiful papers!
ReplyDeleteYou make me want to go to the beach too. Love the suitcase and all the sea creatures are so lifelike.
ReplyDeleteI love your layout and the papers you used are just perfect. TFS
ReplyDeletegeojoburn at embarqmail dot com
Great layout! Lots of fun patterns & cool colors; has a nice retro feel to it. Thanks for all the detail too.
ReplyDeletebraunkristen@yahoo.com
I love your layout. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteLove this super cute LO and thanks for the cut sizes so that I can scraplift this LO since I just happen to be doing a trip scrapbook for a trip I took to CA and Disneyland in 2009 for a family reunion. TFS
ReplyDeleteAwesome layout Monique. I love the suitcase and the lobster
ReplyDeleteSuch a cute layout. Great job
ReplyDeleteGorgeous layout and the paper is to die for! Love it!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Saundra :)
What a gorgeous layout. TFS
ReplyDeleteI am so "scraplifting" this and not ashamed to say so! Very lovely LO.
ReplyDeleteLove this LO!!!That sand castle & lobster is so adorable.Your stay-N-play is so cute too!Thanks for sharing the details & sizes.
ReplyDeleteThis layout is perfect for my trip to Virginia Beach last summer. I love the row of houses at the bottom. So cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great layout.
ReplyDeletelooks like you sure had a rip-roaring time - yee - haa.... I wish they (PC) would have a crop like that in CA. oh well.... A lady can always dream...
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Awesome article.
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