I finally got off my (keyboard) and scrapped yesterday and today. I worked on my atcs for the Concroption.com DT Travel swap. My theme was places I’d like to Travel. I only counted places out of the country and ended up choosing 4 pacific places:

the paper is by my favorite Making Memories Passport line. I added the names of the places with 1942 report using PSE6 and the little journaling bit uses 1942 report as well. The back side is more passport paper with some Stampin’ up stamps… I also used my Paper Gator to round the edges on two sides and my Stampin’ UP! notebook paper punch.

I also did a layout for KJ’s bling it on challenge.



journaling reads: it almost seems a crime not to stop when the “hot now” light is on. Especially since we don’t have a Krispy Kreme on O’ahu. We get our fill when we go on vacation. I have an Eagle eye and can spot that light in a second! This particular Krispy Kreme is in Montgomery, AL.
textured cardstock, real red- notebook paper punch-Stampin’ Up!, blue/red polka dot paper, aqua glittered alphas-Making Memories passport, CK KOTM- Journaling card, chipboard arrow turns, blue and red stickers. Mambi large bling, Crystal Stickers smaller bling around the hot now sign. EK success corner rounder.

Thank you so much to all of you who visit and to all of you who comment! There have been a few questions I wanted to answer, so before I forget, here I go… :)

Q/A *************************************
Hayley said…
Thanks for the pics. What a cute little video camera. Same thing with us, once I got the rebel we haven’t taken as many video. I can carry around both dslr and video camera…but I could that. Im off to look it up!! How exactly does a ‘mono’pod work? I just got that lens a month or so ago. Looks like you have already mastered focus on it, and that is one of the hard things with the 50.Looks like you had fun at the zoo!!!What an adorable girl. Now what is this…Im confused….dinner guests, good food, and NO fighting with kids. You must tell me how you do this, LOL!!Oh Scrap! lol That is a HUGE stamp!!!That’s it for my novel today!!Have a good Sunday!!!Hayley

June 22, 2008 2:49 AM
Hi Hayley- The monopod is like a combo tripod/walking stick. there is only one leg and a camera mount on top. Some places that don’t allow tripods will allow monopods because it’s less of an obtrusive tool. It also helps that it’s less bulky to carry around and great for that assist in low lighting situations. I upgraded to the new lens… I have had the cheaper 50 for a while and it seemed that it may have been going “soft” so I upgraded. I think I may also need to take my camera in for tune up so to speak, but I am afraid to be without my camera. what about my POTD project, eh? I absolutely love the “prime lens” and once you get the hang of it, it can be lots of fun. as for the no fighting with the kids, it was just a lucky mix. my two are 7 and 3 and the other two were girls 10 and 2. just worked out. :)

Erica Hettwer said…
Love the pictures!!! I’m so jealous about the lens! I’m hoping to be able to upgrade to the 1.4 on my b-day or maybe Christmas. :D If you get a chance, how about a review of the monopod??? I’ve been wondering if those are as cool as I imagine them to be. :D
June 22, 2008 6:42 AM

Hey Erica! The monopod is fun and for ($30ish) it’s worth it. I think our height could be a disadvantage though… because the longer you open up the monopod the more wobble. Come out for a vacation and try mine. :)

Marfa said…
Is your paper trimmer 12 inches big? That date stamp must be really honking huge!Nice zoo pics!
June 22, 2008 7:38 AM

Hey Marfa!
this particular paper trimmer is the smaller one, about 5.5″ wide, 8.5″ long. and that font is smiley monster. I downloaded it from the internet a while back, but have not seen it up since.

Samantha said…
Looks like you had a really awesome mail week!! I’ve been wanting a flip camera myself, but it will have to wait. Love the pictures of everyone at the zoo. Where are the hippos?!You’re right – that date stamp is really big!! Where did she find it??Thanks for the thoughts for my little one. I’ll keep you posted on how she’s doing.
June 22, 2008 1:08 PM

Hey Sam!
My mom said the date stamp was a special order that her boss did. She also said she didn’t love the stamp because it was hard to turn… I still love it.

stephanie t. said…
Ok…no more secrets! HOW on earth do you get so much accomplished during the day??? You have two littles, I have two littles (and two biggies that behave like littles!)…and I am spinning with housekeeping, playdates, swim practices,yadda, yadda, yadda…How do you find the time???…starting to feel verrrrrry old!!
June 18, 2008 8:31 PM

Hey Steph!
The only way I get anything accomplished is because the boys are not doing any outside activities (like soccer) except for Church on Sunday. We plan outtings and then stay in the rest of the time. Also I have a scrap room where I can leave projects that are in progress. also there are days when the breakfast dishes need to be washed before I can make dinner or there are baskets of laundry. I just close the door to the laundry room and make a note to buy more underwear and socks. hee hee. Thanks for visiting! and I looved the wedding slide show… awwww!

Marfa said…
So, what are you going to do with the light ring? Put it on the ceiling?? Or is it a prop for taking photos or something? It does look cool…I love the photo of you with the camera “remote” and everyone wanting to help!!!

the light ring is to make that cool circle of catchlights in the subject’s eyes. that’s about it. I just thought it was cool, and was lucky enough that my hubbs obliges my impulsiveness. :)

KJ-Starre said…
Hi cousins…..we have decided you need to be our Hawaiian cousins… :o)The museum looks quite amazing…what a fantastic experience for the boys (the big people sure looked like they loved it too :o)J you look like a beach babe in your super cool shorts….the joys of living on an island I suppose. I miss summer.The lighting effect on your faces, from the light ring, is quite something…Troy you are a serious handy man….gr8 job. I think the pic’s of the you & J are so cute…you make a lovely couple. J chat this week???? I NEED to know what the ‘news’ is!!Lotsa luvXX
KIM- :) Thanks for all your love and encouragement. I agree, we are cousins, tell max, we’re Ohana!

Anonymous said…
the light ring is awesome….love your photos….can i come live with you?….you guys always do such fun stuff!!!…can’t wait to hear your exciting news!…;) angie (craftyscrapr)

Come on and visit any time angie! :)

saner4 said…
Troy, nice job on the light ring! The pics look great. Hmmm…I may need one too :) I really need to take the family to the museum; we haven’t gone there yet. Thanks for all the pics.Lisa

Hey Lisa!
Troy thinks it’s funny that you comment on my blog. :) and you don’t need a light ring, you can use mine, come on over! :)

I have some POTDs to edit and post later and some (more) exciting news to share with you all later this week! :) Hope you are all having a great day, and I’ll blog you later!