Challenge 25......

Here is Challenge 25, a big 'Thank you' to Guiseppa for coming up with this one:

I thought it would be fun to talk a little about our kids. Challenge 25 is going to be about what your child or children like to do. If you don't have children maybe a grandchild, niece or nephew or if you are a Godparent, talk about your Godchildren. Are they involved in sports, music, art or maybe the school play? Let's talk about it. Lets see your layouts bragging about the wonderful children in your lives!

Please upload your LO's to our gallery, leave us a link in the comments or e-mail them to Butterflycrafts1@aol.com by 31st December to be in with a chance of becoming our January guest designer and this month our winner with also receive this prize RAK for our December sponsor The Sampler - Thank you Holly xxx.

Here's what our wonderful DT came up with:

Guiseppa

What a tough girl and a really good basketball player. My daughter rocks the basketball court!

Beki

Cheryl

Claire

Kelly

Laurel

Terria

We can't wait to see you creations.......

Meet our December GD - Jody

Here's a little bit about Jody:

I first started scrapbooking in the summer of 2006 and submitted my first-ever scrapped (20 layouts) to Creating Keepsake's Scrapbooker of the Year Contest. I ended up being among the top 10 finalists and from there found out just how big the scrap industry really is!
I have been a Fashionista with Scrap In Style TV since it's inception in May 2007.
I scrap a variety of topics and projects and especially love taking pictures of my kids doing everyday things. I have 6 children- my oldest died at age 4 in a tragic incident and my other five range in ages from 14 months to 10 years old. they keep me very busy!
I enjoy blogging, baking, being a stay-at-home mom and find lots of inspiration on the internet.
My husband is a golf club manager in Michigan and one day I hope he moves us to a warmer state. =)

Here is an example of Jody's work:

To see more visit Jody's Blog - http://www.jodyferlaak.blogspot.com/

Meet our December Sponsor - The Sampler kit club

This month we have another fantastic sponsor, 'The Sampler Kit Club' here is a little bit about The Sampler:

The Sampler has been founded upon the idea that finding the things we love should be simple and abundent. With that in mind, we build each month's kit with the most current scrapbooking releases along with amazing, unique finds from a wide variety of sources. We feel that this is a great way to provide our customers and friends the enjoyment of fabulous scrapbook, cardmaking, and altered art products, but with the ease of it showing up at your doorstep once a month and inspiration easily found online at The Crop Spot.

Thank you so much to Holly and The Sampler for sponsoring us this month xxx.

Challenge 24 and Butterfly Crafts 1st Birthday.....

I can't believe it is December already and today is also our 1st Birthday here at Butterfly crafts!!! I just want to take a moment to thanks everyone who has played along with us over the last year and all of our wonderful DT members :)

So here is the next challenge, a big 'thank you' to Fay for coming up with this one:

'What's your beauty regime?' Has it changed over the years, has it been influenced by anyone (mum, gran), do you have to have the latest products? Or are you a soap and water girl?

Please upload your LO's to our gallery, leave us a link in the comments or e-mail them to Butterflycrafts1@aol.com by 31st December to be in with a chance of becoming our January guest designer and this month our winner with also receive this prize RAK for our December sponsor The Sampler - Thank you Holly xxx.

Here's what our wonderful DT came up with:

Avina

Brenda

Journaling reads - My beauty regiment leaves much to be desired. I know I should use all those beauty products faithfully every night, but by the time I go to bed I’m usually too exhausted to care

Fay

Journalling reads - 'I don't buy make-up very often and don't wear much on a daily basis, but every now and then I like to have a splurge. Lately it's all on Benefit!'

Kylie

Journaling reads - I am plain and simple but have a hectic life because of my children, so time is a factor...

Elina

I am an all natural girl without any beauty tips except having fun with myself!! lol

The rest of the DT's examples will follow ASAP....


We look forward to seeing your creations.......

November Winner.....

Our November winner is...... Jody:

Congratulations Jody!! Please e-mail me at Butterflycrafts1@aol.com so we can get you your prize.

Please come back and join us later today for our next challenge......

Challenge 23.....

It's time for challenge 23, a big thank you to Guiseppa for coming up with this one:

I want you all to take a few minutes to think about the things that make you happy! I know we all have so many of them. Your challenge is to do a layout on the things that make you happy! It could be one thing that makes you happy or many. It could be as simple as your cup of coffee in the morning to the sweet smiles of your little children. Go for it! What makes you happy!

Please upload your LO's to our gallery, leave us a link in the comments or e-mail them to Butterflycrafts1@aol.com by 30th November to be in with a chance of becoming our December guest designer and this month the winner will also receive a Tango Kit from our November Sponsor Studio Calico - A big thank you to Studio Calico for sponsoring us this month xx

Here's what our fantastic DT came up with:

Guiseppa

Journaling: There are lots of things that make me happy, but these two are definately on top of my list! I love you two! April 2009

Beki

Claire

Kelly

Laurel

Tamara

Terria

Cheryl

November GD - Emma

We can't wait to see your creations.....

Meet our November Guest Designer - Emma....

My name is Emma and i've been scrapping for about a year, but its been since March that its become a bit of an obsession! I have 2 children I adore, a dog I love and a cat who hates me (its ok, I hate her too!!) I was a card maker previously, but that doesn't get a look in now. My scrapping style is quite clean and simple, I love white space and I would rather use patterened paper than any other supply, I adore pages that are full of embellishments and busy, but I can't seem to replicate it myself! My children and Bruno (the dog) are the main focus of my scrapbooking, I think everyone is getting a bit sick of me sticking a camera in their faces to get a scrapworthy pic, but they tolerate it quite well!

Check out Emma's blog here : http://lifeandallthatscrap-emma.blogspot.com/

Challenge 22...

Here is the challenge 22 topic:

If you could be any character in any TV show or film, who would you be and why? Would you choose someone who's character you relate to or someone who is a total opposite to yourself?

Please upload your LO's to our gallery, leave us a link in the comments or e-mail them to Butterflycrafts1@aol.com by 30th November to be in with a chance of becoming our December guest designer and this month the winner will also receive this Tango Kit from our November Sponsor Studio Calico - A big thank you to Studio Calico for sponsoring us this month xx

Here's what our fantastic DT came up with:

Karen (me)

Avina

Title: Just MeJournalling:I do love watching TV. But I've never wished to be someone I'm not. I've never wanted to be a TV character. Partly I feel they are imaginary and also I guess I'm happy being myself, accepting my life. I'm really happy being just me!

Jeune Girl (AKA Meghan)

Brenda

I would have to chose the the TV character of Dr. Temperence Brennan on the TV show Bones. I relate to her in so many ways. I included a lot of journaling comparing her character traits to mine. There's too much journaling to share here, but mostly I can relate to her "cluelessness", her literal way of thinking and not being so great at reading between the lines, etc.

Elina

Fay

Journalling reads: Like all of them I believe I am a kind and caring friend, loyal and honest. Like Lynette I try to keep all the balls in the air; like Bree a good organiser; like Susan a bit forgetful; like Gabi I love glamour!.

Kylie

I would be Tweety.....

He is a loveable character who is bright and colourful.....But also can be shy and sweet....This describes me to a tee !!!

Roberta

We can't wait to see your creations.....

Meet our Novermber Sponsor - Studio Calico...

Here is a little bit about our November Sponsor Studio Calico:




Committed to inspiring creativity, Studio Calico features the work of noteworthy designers, provides online support and encouragement, and offers products that are both fun and innovative. We are dedicated to design and an old-fashioned commitment to customer care.

Each month, Studio Calico combines the latest scrapbooking products with unique finds from a variety of sources while staying true to the basics. You'll find kits filled with products from a variety of manufacturers, coordinated for ease-of-use by both the advanced and novice scrapbooker.

Thank you so much to Studio Calico for sponsoring us this month xxx

October Winner....

It's that time again - our October winner is:

Emma

Congratulations Emma!! Please e-mail me at Butterflycrafts1@aol.com so we can get you your prize.

Meet our October Guest Designer - LG

I am LG from Manila, Philippines. I have been scrapping since October of 2008 and I am very much addicted to this new found passion since then. I have a Bachelors Degree in Fine Arts, used to be a Computer Graphic Artist and an Art director at McCann-Erickon Advertising Agency. I have found the love to scrapbook immediately after when I gave birth to my 1st baby girl last year. I am happily married for 2years now with a very supportive husband, Regie, who scraps with me from time to time. Feel free to drop by at my blog http://scrappinworld.blogspot.com/I would like to thank Butterfly Crafts for giving me this opportunity to be their Guest DT. I love challenges and definitely Butterfly Crafts blog has been my regular visit since I started when i need inspiration and some ideas