Make a splash!37 viewsI really loved the way this one turned out! I adapted a Sketches in Thyme sketch and used the American Crafts "Sunny" 6 x 6 paper pad that Jan sent me as my May Bingo prize. I used my Silhouette Cameo to cut the title and the water sploosh. The pics are two of my grandkids playing in the splashpad at a park near their home.
MAY 19 SKETCH CHALLENGE -- FEED THE BIRDS19 views
Trust69 viewsSketch from Stuck?! Sketches
Citrus Twist March kit; Silhouette cut files
My oldest daughter and her family visited us last Saturday through Tuesday. They took baby Charleigh swimming for the first time at the motel. She put her absolute trust in older brother Ethan, even ducking underwater with him.
1/10 challenge -- Her first sled ride33 views
SEPT 15 CHALLENGE -- USE SCHOOL SUPPLIES: "Hey Chuck!"12 views
9/23 challenge --Happy Halloween29 views
So festive56 viewsAnother wedding layout. I used a sketch from Sketches in Thyme and the So Loved collection from Photoplay
FEB 20 CHALLENGE -- GO FAST8 views
July 12 Challenge: It's All in the Family40 viewsThis is my example layout for the Sesame Street July 12 challenge, "brought to you by the letters A and F, and by the number 2".
March 3 Challenge -- Finally home39 views
Feb. 7 challenge -- Happy26 views
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NSD Challenge #8 - Card sketch and butterfly tutorial27 views
11/4 Pinterest challenge -- Cute li'l elephant34 viewsI was inspired by the original layout's paper strips and big photo.
Sixteen43 viewsGrandson Ethan turned 16 yesterday, and his mom posted those pics. I used the Space Academy collection from Carta Bella (I won it on a FB contest) The sketch is from PageMaps
June 15 -- JUNE IN BLOOM!11 views
Rock around the clock challenge --Rainy Day Uno33 views
May 11, 2019 Challenge 12 viewshttp://www.cookinupcreations.net/gallery/albums/userpics/10073/normal_workin__out_cuc.jpg
Last additions - BarbP's Gallery
Love makes all things grow22 viewsOur 12th grandchild, Elliot Michael Prendergast, was born June 9, weighing in at 6 lbs., 5 oz. He is well loved by his parents, Jeff and Erica, and 2-year-old "big sister" Isla, age 2. Isla loves helping with his care.Jul 20, 2020
28 viewsJul 10, 2020
love35 viewsJul 08, 2020
Hello Baby!37 viewsElliot Michael arrived at 5:30 a.m. June 9, weighing 6 lbs., 7 oz. He was welcomed by his parents and a very excited 2-year-old sister, Isla. Jun 28, 2020
Tuesday Morning challenge #4: A new family member32 viewsI included all the required elements on my layout, but when I uploaded and printed the layout I noticed that my ribbon bow and "eyelet" substitute were missing. Regardless of missing elements, this was a really fun challenge!Jun 23, 2020
Jeff Prendergast family on June 9. 202021 viewsThis photo was taken a couple of weeks before Elliot was born. Jun 10, 2020
CLUE: THE SCRAP GAME #231 viewsMy granddaughter Charleigh, age 3 1/2, is very pleased with herself and her new, very PURPLE bathing suit!Jun 07, 2020
CLUE: FILE 121 viewsI know I'm late to the party, but I wanted to post my take on the first CLUE challenge. I used all 6 characters' colors, with some patterned paper.Jun 07, 2020
34 viewsThis was my entry for the Tuesday Morning challenge. I loved drawing the shapes, filling them with words and posting them along with my photos. Can't wait to do it again May 27, 2020
Aquarium adventures left (2)23 viewsMay 19, 2020
aquarium right 229 viewsMay 19, 2020
Granddaughters who cook!27 viewsOur three youngest granddaughters -- Charleigh, age 3 1/2; Anna, age 12; and Isla, age 2 -- all love to cook with their parents. They also enjoy eating the fruits of their labor!May 10, 2020
Growing up fast30 viewsAnna was invited to attend The Art of Writing conference in Milwaukee. She and her fellow students wrote and edited short stories, then read them aloud. Each student received a bound copy of all the essays. She also appeared in a kids' production of "The Aristocats". The girl definitely has some artistic and writing talents!May 06, 2020
Barb - Quarantine Challenge 19 viewsApr 19, 2020
April 2020: Reduce, reuse or recycle: Safe at Home 24 viewsIsla and her parents are isolating in place and working/playing at home until the Covid-19 pandemic is under control. Isla is finding plenty of ways to keep herself busy and happy!Apr 13, 2020
Charleigh's unicorn party24 viewsThird birthday; she loves unicornsMar 28, 2020
March 23: The Good Stuff24 viewsTwelve-year-old Anna has discovered the world of anime' and cosplay. She creates avatars on her cell phone and sends me the pictures occasionally. Mar 22, 2020
Best friends 4ever431 viewsMy youngest daughter, Kristen and her friend Grace met when they were toddlers. They went to the same caregiver to Gingerbread House Nursery School and Safety Town. They went to the same schools through high school and remained close friends. That all came to an end last fall when Grace died in a one-car accident early one morning. Kristen misses her terribly; I miss her too. She was a great friend. Mar 15, 2020
March 11 Challenge: Flight of Fancy22 viewsHamish and Teddy playing astronauts Mar 11, 2020
She loves winter!20 viewsThree-year-old Charleigh loves playing outside in all kinds of weather, including after a winter snowfall. Feb 28, 2020
