Just for today...ummm maybe, may be not...

So hello there!
I've gotten quite good at the disappearing act, haven't I? I'm so sorry, but if you follow me on any of my social media(see all links on the top right of this site if you are interested in following me), you might have a better grasp at what's going on in my world.
It's been quite the challenge, ever since I moved, to get back in the groove of things. Sometimes I feel like I'm almost there, and then bam, something else happens that stops me from doing what I want to do.
There have been a ton of changes in the last four or five months of my life, and well, my creativity and my time to create has suffered a lot from it. I'm sure all you guys that follow me here, or on my YouTube Channel have noticed.
I't's been quite the adventure to get my craft room into working order. I've revealed little snippets of it on my Instagram account (see link on the top right of this page), yet I'm not happy at all with how it's coming out. For a slight second I was, and then all of a sudden I hated it all......... So much so, that I'm thinking of getting the things out of the room and starting over again! Sounds crazy huh? But things are just not working, and not looking how I want them too, so I'm headed to Ikea once again to try to figure something out LOL. Yes, like my husband says, I have a particular way of wanting to store certain things, and well, I might be a little obsessive on placement, balance and look...hahaha as I type this I can't stop laughing because I agree with him. There are some things that are just silly that get me all bent out of shape, and block me form functioning efficiently. Sad, but true. Good thing is, eventually I find my way, and all goes back to normal.
It's not usual of me to get all personal on here, but I had some time to write, and yes, I do have some particularities too myself that make me who I am......I just can't get over how difficult all this change has been for me in the last few months. I find myself obsessing over little things that never used to matter, and I see the perfectionist in me trying so hard to make things just how I want. It's all been reflecting on this new craft room redo.....Thank God for may loving and patient husband. He loves me so, and just keeps saying, do what makes you happy, I'll support you. Gotta love him!

Anyways, things have not been easy for me, yet I have lots of plans, lots of things I want to do. I want to thank all of you that have hung in there, and my growing list of subscribers, whom even though I've not made as many videos, keep watching, keep commenting, and keep encouraging me everyday.
I kind of like writing just because....I might just do that a little bit more often. Hope you don't mind.
Until next time friends!

March already?!?!

Hi everyone, and happy March! It is amazing how this year seems to just be flying by! It seems to me like just a few days ago it was New Year's Day, and all of a sudden we jumped right into March! Maybe I feel like this because February was a super short month, but I just can't grasp that we are in March already! Crazy!!!

Today I come to share with you the inspiration card I made for the Lindy's Stamp Gang March 2014 Color Challenge. I have a start to finish quick video on my YouTube Channel, and I hope you take a look at how I achieved the distressed embossed look using Lindy's embossing powder and Sprays. here's the color palette inspiration for this month:

And here is the card I made. I used Lindy's Stamp Gang Embossing Powder in Magic Moon Pearls, and Flat Fabios in the colors Hibiscus Rose and Frenchy's Pink Pouf, as well as a Starburst in the color Afternoon Delight Denim. Hope you join the challenge this month!

"You are my happiness" Burlap Panel Tutorial

Hello again!
Little by little things are falling into place, and today I finally get to share with you a project I created for Lindy's Stamp Gang, and the Winter CHA 2014 show. I enjoyed changing up a bit the editing style of the video, and I'd love to hear your feedback…I'm trying out voice over for the first time, and even though it was quite hard to get a little bit of peace and quiet over  here to record it (and to get the volume of my voice working ok---still needs more work I think), it wasn't as hard as I thought it would be. It's a start to finish tutorial, where I mainly used the Drink Me Silly Starburst Spray Set from Lindy's.
The set has a very nice selection of colors that include: My Mojito Green, A Bit o'Bubbly, Blue Hawaiian Blue, Fuzzy Navel Peach and Cosmopolitan Pink. It is FANTASTIC for those of you who love making shabby chic projects, as the tones are soft and beautiful. I also used my favorite Magic Moon Pearls embossing powder from Lindy's. I just LOVE the pearlescent look it gives anything you use it on! I'm sure you must know that already if you've been following me for a while, ha!

Here's a start to finish tutorial on this project which I hope you enjoy, and below that, some pictures of the finished project.

Thanks so much for stopping by, and hanging in there in the mist of my few and far in between posts. hoping to keep inspiring you as I get a rhythm going here hopedully really soon. Take care!

It's February!!!! Getting back to normalcy...

Hi everyone,

I'm back today! It's been quite a while since I've been able to come sit down, and write a little. As you might have imagined, and seen (if you follow me on Instagram), I've been quite busy with the move to my new house, and everything that comes along with that. I still---believe it out not---- have a lot of "settling"to do, because not only it was a big move, but also, right when I moved, I injured myself and was out of commission for about three weeks, or maybe a bit more than that.  I could not move too much or do much of anything for quite some time (the agony!). 

I'm happy to say that I'm all healed up, and little by little everything seems to be starting to feel normal again. More on all of that, on a later post.

Today I'm sharing with you my inspiration piece for this month's Lindy's Stamp Gang Color Challenge.

Here is February's Color Palette: 

And here's what I made:

I used Starburst Stains in the colors Shabby Turbine Teal, and Steampunk Sepia, as well as a Flat Fabio in the color Hibiscus Rose. Take a look HERE to see what all the other designers created for your inspiration, and don't forget to join in the fun! You have the whole month of February to give this color challenge a try.
Also, to make it easier for you, Lindy's Stamp Gang has put out a Limited Edition Set of colors, just in case you feel, you need a little help picking out what colors to use for the challenge. You can pick up any of the limited sets available for this month only HERE, HERE and HERE.

Thanks so much for stopping by! I have SO MUCH more to share with you, but that will have to wait until next time.
Take care!

TWO Winners!!!

Hello everyone!
Today I wanted to announce the winners of the two giveaways I've had open. First, the winner of the Studio D Boutique "So Tinsel" stamp set, from my YouTube video giveaway is…………………… Stephanie Riddle Rogers!!!!!! Congrats!!!
Second, the winner of my Christmas giveaway here on my blog is…………….Nathalie Colon!!!!!!!!!!
Congratulations ladies!!!
Please send me a private message on Facebook (you can find me there as Sharon SMscrapper) with your contact information,  so I can get your goodies out to you!!!
Thanks so much for participating everyone!
The holidays are truly here, and I'm still rushing to buy all the presents I need to get. Usually by this time everything is all wrapped and ready to go, but with all this moving situation, unpacking has taken over my life! Just today I unpacked about 9-10 jumbo sized boxes! Little by little, my garages are looking more and more de-cluttered. Lots of work still to be done, but I'm happy it's getting done.
Hope everyone has a happy and safe Christmas Eve and Day!
Merry Christmas!

LSG & 7 Dots Studio Creative Hop!

Welcome to LSG & 7 Dots Studio Creative hop! 

We are so excited to have two amazing companies team up for a full day of creativity. This hop will surely get your creative juices flowing, so head on over to all these incredibly talented crafters to check out how they've combined the beautiful lines by 7 Dots Studio, with Lindy's Stamp Gang products. It's a match made in color heaven!

We have a little surprise for you!

We would love for you to show some love to all the crafters, and leave them a little message. You will have the opportunity to win a fabulous prize by both 7 Dots Studio, and Lindy's Stamp Gang, so please let us know that you have done, so by going  back to the 7 Dots Studio, and Lindy's Stamp Gang blog at the end of the hop.

Here is a full list if you get lost along the way:

Mary - http://damselofdistress.blogspot.ca
Tusia- www.ototusia.blogspot.com
Lizzy - http://lizzywurmann.typepad.com
Erin- http://erinblegen.blogspot.com/
Limor - http://chicscrapbookdesigns.blogspot.ca
Helen - http://helentilbury.blogspot.ca
http://smakizycia-wiosanka.blogspot.com/
Nolwen- http://inner-voices.net
Irina-  http://irinagerschuk.blogspot.ru/
Cindy-  http://cynthialoowho.wordpress.com/
Sandi- http://sandi-smith.blogspot.com/
Lynne- http://damselofdistress.blogspot.ca
Kate - http://www.sparkletart.com
Ivett - http://www.ivettcarrillo.blogspot.ca
Sharon - http://www.smscrapperdesigns.blogspot.com (YOU ARE HERE)

Here's what I created for the hop:

I have a video tutorial on my YouTube Channel, where I show step by step what I did, and what products I used to create this layout. You can go and check out that video by clicking HERE.
The products I used were: Magical Mica in Deep Burnished Bronze, Starburst Stains in Incandescent Copper, Creme Brûlée Cream, Shabby Turbine Teal,  and Toto's Tornado Black.

Remember to click on the blue button on the top right of this post where it says "Join this site" so you can be one of the first to know when a new blog post is up. Also, check out the previous post to enter another Christmas giveaway I'm hosting (My YouTube giveaway for the 'So Tinsel" stamp set) is also still open, so check it out to participate in that too!
Yes, I've been doing quite a bit of giveaways lately, I just love getting happy mail out to you guys! Hope you enjoyed today's post, and were inspired. Thanks so much for stopping by, and Happy Holidays!!!

Finally, my blog Christmas Giveaway!

Hi everyone!

I hope you have all been enjoying the beginning of the holiday season. Today, as promised for quite a few weeks now, I wanted to share a little giveaway here on my blog. I know I've been doing quite a bit of giveaways lately, mostly on my YouTube Channel, but I've been promising one on the blog for a while, and have not been able to get to it until now.  Without further a dew, here's a picture of what I'll be giving away this time: Gift Box and Tag Kit by K& Co., Christmas Stamp set by TPC Studio, 6x6 Christmas themed paper pad, and a set of Christmas themed Martha Steward Glitters.

All you have to do to be eligible to win is, make sure you follow this blog (to become a follower, just click on the button on the top right side of this post where it says "Join this site", and leave a comment on this blog post, telling me, what your favorite Christmas tradition that you take part in your house is.
If you'd like to participate in the other Christmas giveaway that's going on my YouTube Channel, where I'm giving away Studio D Boutique's "So Tinsel" Stamp set, check out the video HERE, so you can get in on it, as it is still open. All the rules on that particular giveaway are disclosed on that video.

Thanks so much for all your support this year as I've been quite busy with life, specially in the last few months, and have not posted as much as I'd like. I appreciate each and every one of you, and will continue hosting more giveaways like I've always done. It's really fun sharing!

Hope you all have a fantastic holiday season, and check back here tomorrow, for another chance to win some awesome prices. Yes, the giving keeps on!
Thanks again for stopping by,  and take care!

Nontraditional Colored Ornament- LSG December Color Challenge

Hey everyone!

Today I come to you with my inspiration piece for the December Lindy's Stamp Gang Color Challenge. Last month, there were three lucky winners who received $50 gift certificates. Will this month be your month? I hope you can join in on the fun!

This month's color challenge inspiration picture is the following:

Beautiful rich colors, festive and vibrant. I created a paper ornament using several of Starburst Stains: Open Arms Amethyst, Heliotrope Purple Plum, and Time Travel Teal. It was extremely fun and easy to make using Tim Holtz Rosette dies, and some gold doilies I had in my stash.

 I hope you are inspired with this month's color palette and can join in the fun!

For more info on how to enter, just visit the Lindy's Stamp Gang Blog and have fun creating!

Winter Card- Joy

Hello everyone!

Winter is finally here, and today I wanted to share with you a card perfect for this time of the year. I used several Lindy's Stamp Gang embossing powders on top of the wood veneers I used and I loved the look.

The wood veneer trees I got at my local Michael's, and I embossed them using Magic Moon Pearls embossing powder. Love the pearlescent finish with the peak of the wood tone in the background. The snowflakes are Maya Road wood veneers, that I embossed using Madonna Robe Blue Gold embossing powder. I also embossed a tiny bird you can see peeking on top of the white Prima resin birdhouse. It is a Studio Calico wood veneer that I embossed using Bougainvillea Red Teal embossing powder, so pretty!

I used 7 Dots Studio Paper for the background, a doily, and a sticker word from Pebbles ink. Super dimensional card, I hoped you liked it!

Have a great day!!!

Gratitude is and Action Word

Hello everyone! November is here! Can you believe it? I sure can't! Seems like the days are flying by and sooner than we know it Christmas will be around the corner.

As you know, I've been quite the busy bee lately and I promised I would share as soon as I could why. Well, this is it. I've been totally busy handling the sale of our house, and also the purchase of a new house. We are moving!!! and far!

Totally stressful and crazy process, but we are finally reaching the goal, as we have sold our house, and just bought a new one! So I'm up to my neck with stuff to do, packing, getting things finalized and well, I'm totally exhausted lol. I've been having quite a bit of giveaways on both my YouTube Channel, and my Instagram, so I've been also taking care of those, and I have been promising to do one on here, and hope to so asap. Been promising it for a while, but time has just gotten away from me guys. Hope you can bare with me. Just keep a look out, because IT IS happening lol.

Today, I wanted to share with you what I created as inspiration for the Lindy's Stamp Gang November Color Challenge. If you don't know about them, please go check out their blog HERE. We do challenges every month, and the designers always have great inspiration for everyone to draw from. I love how our team is so creative! We always share a variety of different projects for all different tastes. Go check out the blog, you will NOT be dissapointed.

Here is the inspiration photo for this month. Isn't that truck just adorable?! 

Here's what I created:

The products I used where the following:

Starburst Stain-Rusty Lantern Lime

Starburst Stain-Bayou Boogie Gold
Starburst Stain- Shabby Turbine Teal
Embossing Powder-Terra Cotta Rust
Embossing Powder- Caesar's Gold

Hope you enjoyed and thanks for stopping by today!