Introducing Jaxson Robert...fastest baby in the world. We were at the hospital from 3:30 until 7:30 and he came out in about 4 pushes. I have a sneaking feeling that my first birth observation was not normal. LOL
And now, onto the August Kit! We have been trying to do some new, fun things in the past few months to shake some things up. Don't want you to get bored, do we? And that led us to the idea to try...wait for it...a digital kit. That just opens up a whole new world of possibilities, doesn't it?
So we asked our lovely Master Forgers to scour the web and share with us their favorite Digi kits. We then make a master list and have everyone vote on their favorites. Wouldn't you know it...there was a tie! That is when Meridy and I stepped in and picked the one that seemed the least like one we have done before. :) We don't want all of the kits to look alike.
I'm assuming most of you stared at the CKCB, but in case you didn't...here is the kit we picked for this month from ScrapOrchard created by the lovely Chelle's Creations. **Make sure you head over to ScrapOrchard to see the kit a bit better.
Isn't it fun? I very well may be going ahead and purchasing this kit. Did you know you can print out digi elements if you are a paper scrapper? So fun! You can use pop dots to give them more dimension. There are TONS of free digi kits/elements on line. You should give them a try! (2 peas has a LOT of them!) Also, remember to start out with a good way to organize them all (I use folders sorted by theme) as it is addiciting and you will collect more than you think. LOL
On to my kit! I have not come up with a good name for it, so it will just be nameless and mysterious.
Picking paper to do justice to the inspiration kit was harder than I thought. The original papers had such personality and vibrant colors that finding just the right shades proved to be a challenge.
I played a little fast and loose with the embellishments. I did some close matches and I also substituted some of my own ideas for them. Love those flair buttons (I don't generally use bottle caps, so these were a nice replacement).
I also spent a lot of time with my Cricut. It was really fun cutting out some cute, summer themed embellishments for my kit. I need to use it more often.
There was some great stitching files that I am hoping to simulate with some stitching stamps and rubons. And check out my Washi...so cute!
LOTS of alphas in my kit! I love being able to use all of these bright colored letters for titles.
Thanks for stopping by today! Our entire Design Team has some great kits, too, so make sure you head over to their blogs to see them, if you haven't already.
Our Hop list starts at the Counterfeit Kit Challenge Blog. Head over there to see the instructions for the month as well!
Guest Designer: Lynnette http://sassyscrapper2010.blogspot.com/
Julie Ann http://julieannshahin2.blogspot.com/
Milissa http://millermall.blogspot.com/
Rebecca http://howiburb.blogspot.com/
Can't wait to see your kits! Don't forget to post them on the CKCB to Mr. Linky!
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15 comments:
What a sweetie pie! I love your kit!!
Fun kit. Love your little bikes.
I spy bicycles well done and look forward to seeing what you do with this lovely kit
Ohh, he is just precious. But you really expect us to move on to papers and pretties after that sweet snapshot. I'll be back to see what you make with your kit - and perhaps sneak another peek at the baby!
Welcome to the world little man! He was obviously keen to get out and start exploring!
Your kit is pretty awesome too - I think you've done a great job keeping the feel of the original! x
"Nameless and Mysterious" - You're funny :).
Looks great, but still not as cute as the little cutie at the beginning of your post - congratulations!
First off, congrats on the arrival of your beautiful nephew. That's the second baby I've heard of lately with the name Jaxson...Jax will make a cool nickname. As for your kit, I love the elements you created with your cricut and the flair button replacement for the bottle caps. Perhaps as you work through your kit, a name will come to you. Just like sometimes a mother needs to hold her baby first before deciding on a name! Hey...maybe it should be Hopscotch and Jax - fun summertime childhood games and a tribute to your new nephew. Just an idea :)
Gorgeous new nephew :) - and I like your nameless and mysterious kit too!
Huge congrats on your new adorable nephew!!!!
I love your kit, and your bikes and strawberry!!! It's just so cute!!! Love love love!!!! xoxo
What a super sweet cherubic baby!
A lovely kit too - containing several of the papers that I nearly included ... seems we have similar tastes!
You've got lots of fun stuff to play with in your kit this month! I love your paper choices!! I recognize some of them from my own stash!
I love what you have done - the original didn't do much for me but the list will really frame my kit. I may lift a few of your substitutions, lol!
Your kit looks like loads of fun! Thanks for the great blog-hop, I'm ready to go and put the finishing touches on my kit, now!
Hi Bethany, Your little nephew is so precious and your kit is very nice too. I really like the little bikes. They remind me of when my kids where little. Hope you can find some time to scrap.
Congratulations on your new baby nephew! There must be something in the water lately. Good job putting together such a great kit with that distraction!
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