so GROWN up

Marissa says, KAYA!

I rushed this layout to beat the time and I hope I'll make it. This is what I get for procrastinating...not knowing whether to make a traditional or digital layout.  Well, here I combined 2 products - traditional prouducts turned into digital by scanning them.

This is a picture of DD with her cousin who had her confirmation early this year.  I am just so amazed how an outfit could make her look so mature beyond her age.  She usually the jeans and sneakers kind of girl but when this important event for her cousin took place she a godmother for the first time.

Journaling:

You look so mature part of me was so proud of you and part of me felt sad that you grew up so fast!

Materials:

Background paper for layout, for the circle lace, for the strips used on the left side of the layout is from DCWV Luxury pack; circle lace template [Craftfairy]; Fonts: Pristina, Tunga, Ravie;  lace bow on oval tag; lace along the side and bottom of pictures; all other embellishments from Scrapbook Flair's Nayan - Dream of Spring Collection [thank you SF/Nayan, for the freebies!]

Technique used:

I usually scan patterned papers that I buy before I cut them up to pieces.  As I am into digital scrapbooking also, I want to use some of these papers in my digital layouts.  I used lots of layering of different elements; I used scans of lace in my stash.  Design scraplifted from Sarah de Guzman [thanks for the inspiration!]

About me:

I married the boy next door; we have a son and a daughter; love to create - jewelry, dolls, cards, scrapbook...

I collect Barbies and other dolls.

Daddy & Me

Rianne says, KAYA!


Journaling:
Sing me a song again, Daddy.
Sing me a lullaby.
Wrap me inside your arms, Daddy,
'Though this is not goodbye.
Your songs will live forever in my heart.
When times get rough
The ones I'll most remember
Are your songs of love.

Missing Daddy. August 27, 2009

Materials Used:
Papers and elements from Peppermint Creative free kits Daditude, After Midnight and Candy Fairway.

Techniques Used:
Layering, drop shadows

About ME:
Hi, I'm Rianne, analyst, part-time writer, procrastinating blogger and recent bride, recovering from the recent loss of my father. I realized that I've been scrapbooking in some form or another since high school. Right now I'm dabbling in digital scrapbooking since I spend so much time in front of the computer anyway--and most of our pictures are only in digital form. Still, that doesn't stop me from hoarding! http://casualscrapper.blogspot.com.

Fellow Again

Arnie says, KAYA!

For my digital entry, the pics I chose were taken during the Opening Ceremonies of the Annual Convention of the Philippine Society of Pathologists. It was during this time where I was one of those who was bestowed the title of Fellow in Anatomic Pathology for the second time, the first time being 4 years ago as Fellow in Clinical Pathology. It was during this moment that I felt truly complete - having attained the highest title of my profession, being side by side with my husband, and with our baby to complete the whole package.


Journaling:
Opening Ceremonies. PSP Annual Convention. 04/09 Diamond Hotel

Credits:
Summer Bloom papers by Nicole of DigiDesigns; Sugar Plum Swirly Bits elements; Bea Couleur de L'inde Brilliant elements; AWP Citrus Berry alphas; Fashion Colors Journaling strip

Software:
Adobe Photoshop; Scrapbook Factory Deluxe

ABOUT ME:
I am Laarni "Arnie" Pedrosa-Uy from Taguig City, a pathologist/medical transcriptionist who is into traditional (2002) and digital scrapbooking (2007). I am wifey to my honeybee Edison and mommy to our 6-month old baby boy Eagan

Finally... I'm Pregnant

Joy says, Kaya
Lee called my attention regarding my entry. The challenge should be "me" pala as my subject so I decided to create one again. Thanks again Lee.


Journaling:
I waited for you for six long years until one day you come to our life. The day I tested positive, Erwin and I had a mixed emotions. Happy because I’m pregnant again for the 4th time and afraid because I might had a miscarriage again. We seek advice from friends and I finally ended up to have a very good doctors around me who keeps on monitoring my conditions. I was house arrest for 6 months. Everyday injections were administered. Tons of medicines were taken everyday. Weekly checkup and ultrasound was done Erwin was so fragile with my condition until the BIG day come, Dec 06, 2008, 4:49AM I gave birth to our son,
Enzo Jeremiah Lim

Materials:
Joyful Kit by Choukette, Play Day template by Mzimm

Fonts:
Calibri

About Me:
I'm Joyleen Dianne Co Lim married for 6 six years and a mother to a 8 month old baby boy, Enzo. Currently quite busy with our little boy. During my spare time I try to create digital layouts as of the moment, no time for traditional yet. Do visit my blog for my updates.

Being Me

Mye says, KAYA!

I like Leica's challenge. Since it is about ourselves, I chose the portrait shots that my husband took after buying his first strobist kit. I am not very much into posing for the camera but since it was only him and I inside the room, it became easier and the shots turned quite well and he was able to practice.

I was thinking of whether to use traditional or digital. I still have a couple of unused kits in my stash but I cannot properly execute the things I want in paper so I opted for a digital layout.


Technique Used:
Drop Shadows, Layering

Materials Used:
Jubilant and Pocketful of Sunshine by Connie Prince.
Fonts: Century Gothic and Edwardian Script

About ME:
I am Myrlyn De Leon from Rizal. A scrapper, event coordinator and mom to my twins, Scieszka Raine and Elysia Raine. Scrapping and blogging has been my diversion from the serious and busy life in the city as a working mom. Visit me at Scrap Like Crazy.

A Perfect Day

Alby says, KAYA!

About a week ago, I received an announcement that We Are Story Tellers is closing down and all digital items in the website are on sale. I purchased a couple of masks, templates, brushes and alphas and I've been itching to use them since. Hence, I've decided to go digital with this challenge and I used some of my fave vacation photos.


Journaling:
Touring Bantayan Island in rented bikes was really a great idea. We had so much fun exploring the community. I was a bit wary at first because I was afraid I won't be able to keep up with you. I thought I did ok, a bit sweaty from the exercise but happy to have tried something new. (April 2007)

Materials:
Digital Kit: Express Yourself by Ronna Penner, Template: Photo Clusters #3 by Kellie Mize, Font: FG Maria

About Me:
I'm Alby - weekend scrapper, weekday corporate slave, nightly internet stalker, blessed with a sweet and loving hubby and surrounded with four playful canine babies. Together with my hubby, I love exploring new places be it remote islands of the Philippines, religious and historical monuments or nature reserves elsewhere in the world. I document our exploits in my travel and leisure blog and once I have the photos printed, I scrap them and post in my scrapbooking blog. See you around!

Star of the Day

Joy says, Kaya

At last I was able to join the kaya challenge. I miss this a lot. Been busy with our little Enzo and facebook lately. I took time out to do layouts again. Thanks Leica for this challenge. Hoping that these would break my mojo and start scrapbooking again.


Materials:
Happy Birthday DS4 Kit by Glayce Cavalcante, Hannah Made Template
Fonts: Time New Romans



Journaling:
You look so adorable in your dalmatian costumes. Mommy loves seeing you smile and giggles while you are being photographed.

Materials:
Bel Vidotti Scraps ~ Get Fresh Taggers kit, Ruth Melody- R-Template Vol1

Fonts:
Century Gothic



About Me:
I'm Joyleen Dianne Co Lim married for 6 six years and a mother to a 8 month old baby boy, Enzo. Currently quite busy with our little boy. During my spare time I try to create digital layouts as of the moment, no time for traditional yet. Do visit my blog for my updates.

Owa's Girl

Marian says KAYA!

We always have dinner with my in-laws on Saturday evening. Sometimes we take turns hosting it at our homes and sometimes we eat out. Sophia always looks forward to these get-togethers as she gets to play with her cousins. She sat still on my lap in these photos as her playmates hadn't arrived yet.



Journalling: We've been bonding more now that I pick you up from school. I enjoy this role a lot. Lately I've noticed you choose to sit with me rather than with Mommy or Tita Kate.You've become Owa's girl.
Who: Sophia & Owa
What: Dinner at Balducci
When : Aug. 8, 2009

Materials used: Template from Jessica Sprague, Papers and elements from
Retrodiva's Tweet Tweet Collection downloaded from Digital Freebies

About me:

I am a stamper, cardmaker and scrapbooker. I hope Sophia learns these crafts too.

Luv the Webcam

Roxannee says, KAYA!

'Thought it was a big problem joining this month because the entry should include me in the photo... ooops. Goodness knows how I get nervous when it becomes a requirement for Kaya. Quick thinking skills came to the rescue- I browsed the Photo Booth...and voila! I got to choose 3 vain looking pictures (wink). I decided to do a digital entry this time - no cutting, glue and printing involved... yes.

Journaling: I love the webcam! I can be myself and express my feelings.
Roxannee,32
August 2009
Seize the moment
Materials used: Gimp Software, most elements from Shabby Princess Express Yourself Kit, stapler from Spontaneous Delight Kit. Fonts- Zapfino and Suzi's handwriting.
Techniques used: drop shadow, cropping, rotating, colorize

Thanks Leica! I had fun doing this.

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee, been scrapping for a while. I was teasing mod if I could just re send my entry for Kaya 26. I missed digital scrapping so I decided to do one this time. Please visit my blog here.

Rings

Jeanie says KAYA!

This is my first time to submit a digital LO for Kaya. I really love this picture of our rings that I decided to do another layout about it. It seems that the first traditional LO is not enough to share how special our marriage is, which is symbolized by these rings.

Journaling: each ring is a promise, one to the other,that even if we will never have everything,we will always have each other. each ring is a symbol, of enconditional love and a dream of a lifetime together.

Materials Used: Digital Elements: Promise Collection from Shabby Princess, Wild Sorbet and Bohemian Summer from Michelle Coleman and Doily from a printadayonline; Fonts: albemarle swash, cast iron, coney island, extra ornamental no 2, mary jane degroot, software: Adobe Photoshop.

About ME:
Is still happy and thankful. You can learn more about me here.

The Wedding Planner

Mye says, KAYA!

I chose to create a digital layout for this entry as I do not have a lot of materials to work on a traditional LO. I hope you will like it.

I have been a wedding planner for 3 years now. With clients from here and abroad, it is very critical that I deliver my job on time and as I have committed to my clients. I remember, 3 years ago I wanted to buy an HP IPAQ so I can be on the go and still be able to check on the things I need to do. It did not materialize and I was stuck with the bulky planner all the time.

Years passed and with all the modern technology around us, I still use a traditional planner to organize my schedule. Now, I no longer consider it bulky. I find it more comfortable and safe to be brought anywhere. That is why, this traditional planner is now known to me as "The Wedding Planner."

Journaling:
being a wedding planner is a tedious task. a lot of schedules have to met on time as committed. with the modern technology around us, i still opt to use my traditional planner to organize my schedule.

Materials:
Grandma's Porch Kit by Mad Scrapper Designs, Wet Chipboard Aplha from Free Digital Scrapbooking; Fonts: Pristina and Tahoma

About ME:
I am Myrlyn De Leon from Rizal. I am a scrapper, event coordinator and mom to my twins, Scieszka Raine and Elysia Raine. Scrapping and blogging has been my diversion from the serious and busy life in the city as a working mom. Visit me at Blog Appetite and Home and Parenting.

For The Love of Books

Isah Mae says, KAYA!

I enjoyed doing KAYA 27 because I like the theme. Doing LO for the things that make us feel happy and inspired is a fun thing to do. I used books as my subject because they brought me a lot of lessons which I can apply in different situation. =)

Journaling:
Reading books thought me a lot of things. It inspire me to move forward and experience by imagination the life of other characters. I really enjoy spending my spare time in front of these amazing literary artworks... - sahmae

Software Used:
Adobe Photoshop CS3, Nik Software

Materials:
70's Dotty Yellow, Beaded Swirl, Paper Butterfly, Scribble Line Border, Flower and Glitter Circle from www.digitalscrapbookplace.com
Fonts: Earwig Factory, Elephant, Papyrus, Pointy, Smudger

Technique:
Layering, adjustment of hue and resizing of photos

About ME:
I'm Isah Mae, but my friends call me sahmae. I am a Marketing student in Central Colleges of the Philippines. I've been scrapping since I was in high school but when I entered college, I became passive on that hobby. I am also interested in photography, creating AVPs and reading books.

Handy Oly

Arnie says, KAYA!

This month's challenge is quite unique and is something new for me since I have never scrapped about anyTHING besides snaps of living beings that constantly inspire me each day. Thanks to Roxannee, I got inspired to create a layout of one of the things that play an important role in my life, yet I have taken for granted as the years went on. This THING is my microscope, an Olympus CH30, which I am so fond of to the point of giving it a name - Oly!


Journaling:
Since I bought my microscope more than a decade ago with my first paycheck, it has always been a constant companion through the ups and downs of my profession - from my early years of training and reviewing for the specialty boards, during the actual practical exam where I brought it along with me for luck, and now as my handy buddy at home. With it, I can finish work faster at home to be able to spend more time with my hubby and son.

Credits:
Fanette Designs Cherish For Love papers, FR Pretty Girl Jounaling, Amelie Scrap Essential Elements, Alpha Kraft by Krizomel, Alpha Petit Poussin by Petit Moineux, MJV Felt alpha, AWP Citrus Berry alpha, Carjazi Scrap Designs Cardboard alpha, Tip Toe Studio VD alpha

Software:
Adobe Photoshop 7, Scrapbook Factory Deluxe 4

About ME:
I am Laarni "Arnie" Pedrosa-Uy from Taguig City, a pathologist/medical transcriptionist who is into traditional (2002) and digital scrapbooking (2007). I am wifey to my honeybee Edison and mommy to our 5-month old baby boy Eagan. Visit me at http://laarnzzz.blogspot.com.

With You I'm Born Again

Joy says, Kaya

Finally, after being so busy with our baby Enzo, I was able to join and create this layout for this month's challenge. I choose this song because it remember us the day Erwin and I got married. 6 years of being a couple and now FAMILY.


Journaling:

Come bring me your softness
Comfort me through all this madness
Woman, don't you know, with you I'm born again

Come give me your sweetness
Now there's you, there is no weakness
Lying safe within your arms, I'm born again

I was half, not whole
In step with none
Reaching through this world
In need of one

Come show me your kindness
In your arms I know I'll find this
Woman, don't you know, with you I'm born again
Lying safe with you I'm born again

Come bring me your softness
Comfort me through all this madness
Woman, don't you know, with you I'm born again

Come give me your sweetness
Now there's you, there is no weakness
Lying safe within your arms, I'm born again
Woman, don't you know, with you I'm born again

I was half, not whole
In step with none
Reaching through this world
In need of one

Come show me your kindness
In your arms I know I'll find this
Woman, don't you know, with you I'm born again
Lying safe with you I'm born again

Materials:
True Lover Knows No Distance Kit-Sailor Girl Design, Stitches from Dulcie-designs by Dianeskie

Fonts:
Rockwell Condense, Arial

About Me:
I'm Joyleen Dianne Co Lim married for 6 six years and a mother to a 3 month old baby boy, Enzo. Currently quite busy with our little boy. During my spare time I try to create digital layouts as of the moment, no time for traditional yet. Do visit my blog for my updates.

Closer You and I

I LOVED the title and lyric of this song for this is one of favorite love song. I also used part(s) of the song(s) I like best because for it is so meaningful. Thanks Marissa for this challenge. Here is the layout:



Credits: Cherish Mask Pink October paper,SFreeman Pink October Journaling, Mary Scrapgallerie flower and title strip, Wpage rainblow pixie stitches, MShaveland stiches wavy, Font: Monika,Payrus.

Journaling: Part of the song:
Hey, there's a look in your eyes
Must be love at first sight
You were just part of a dream
Nothing more so it seemed
But my love couldn't wait much longer
Just can't forget the picture of your smile
'coz everytime i close my eyes
You come alive

Technique: Digital, Stroke selection, adding some styles and effect.

Zabeth:

Your's truly view more on my blog at http://elizabethtangochuico.blogspot.com

You Are the Sunshine of My Life

Cay says, KAYA!

My hubby and I really like this song. We used to sing it together even during our honeymoon. Unfortunately we lost the CD, waaaah I feel sooo bad….

Anyway, here’s my response to the challenge.


Journaling:
You are the sunshine of my life
That’s why I’ll always be around
You are the apple of my eye
Forever you’ll stay in my heart…

Supplies Used:
Valentine Chocolate Kit by CaysCreation Designs.

About ME:
Hi everyone at PS! I' m Cay Risholm, married to a nice loving husband Levi. I have a cute little angel name Alexandra. We are presently residing here in the cold country of Norway.

I love everything about arts & crafts. I Love to scrap, make cards rubber stamping, journaling making just about anything out of paper! I love designing too... photobooks photocards digital scrapbooking layout etc. I have a wide variety of interest. Pati photography pinasok ko :-) You can visit my blog at http://caysdesigns.blogspot.com/ or check out my digital scrapbooking products at http://www.scrapmall.com/. Just search for CaysCreation Designs. By the way, there are freebies available at my blog. Go check it out!


Since Cay is sponsoring the digital RAK, her submission will not be included in the draw. Thank you Cay for joining the challenge and for your generosity.

GCC Market Day!

Zabeth Says, KAYA!

What a busy day for me and I almost forgot my entry for this month kaya challenged. Thank you Marix for the fun challenge. Here is my digital layout thank you for looking!



Journaling:
It’s a fun day celebrating the market day with my friends. (Jada,Grace,Celina,
Angeline,& Audrey ).

Credits:
Adobe Photoshop, ISMIT Scalloped ribbon, SP Promise paper swirlie, Green fiber, fun alphas and flower.

Technique:
Nothing so special only Digital, with cookie cutter, drop shadow style.

About ME:

Zabeth for short. Know me more, http://elizabethtangochuico.blogspot.com

Partners

Joy says KAYA!

Been lie-low with traditional now and on digital mostly. Thanks to PC and Adobe at least I can still be relax by doing layouts digitally. Glad I was able to find a perfect kit for this month challenge. Thanks Marix for the challenge.

Journaling:
Known each other for almost 2 years and will continue to build a lasting friendship with you Dee.

Materials Used/Credits:
Black & White Kit by Tempus Fugit, Alphabet Bandana by Marie Stones of freedigitalscrapbooking.com


About Me:
I'm Joyleen Dianne Co Lim married for almost 6 years to my bestfriend Erwin. I'm basically a craft girl and a gamer. I like to experiment and try new crafts like cross stitching, paper tole and now addicted to digital and traditional scrapbooking. I love to shop more than to scrap more. Quite a hoarder by nature. Once I got interested with anything I will surely try my best to get them all. Visit my blog & website for more work

Jhaymie Turns 1

Arnie says, KAYA!

I have been a member of PS and SE for over a year now, I think, and this is my very first time to submit an entry to Kaya. Though I have not been very much active in the EBs and challenges, I manage to keep myself posted with the members’ blogs, marveling at their works of art, and rejoicing in their triumphs and winnings. For my entry, I chose to submit a digital layout of me and my hubby when we attended my inaanak’s 1st birthday party.


Journaling:
It is just so amazing how time flies by so fast. Who would have thought that it’s been a year since my godchild Jhaymie was born. All I wish for her is good health and joy being wrapped in the care and guidance of Mommy Grace, Daddy Jhun, and Kuya Jhames.

Materials Used/Credits:
Wimpy Chompers Creations She’s Beautiful elements, Fashion Colors papers, Amande Geils Designs No Sugar Added paper, Fab Pink alphas, MM Precious alphas, NBK Mille Fleur journal note, Cheddar Salad font; Art Explosion Scrapbook Factory Deluxe version 4.0

About ME:
I am Laarni "Arnie" Pedrosa Uy from Taguig City. I am a pathologist by profession and blessed with my better half, Edison. I got into scrapbooking when my younger sister gave me my first scrapbook as a birthday gift in 2002, and since then I got hooked. I couldn't say that I have a style of my own, but I always turn out happy and fulfilled in whatever the result my eclectic whim comes up with. It has been a year now since I got into digital scrapbooking. And although I am no expert at this, it has helped me in so many delightful ways to cope up with my incessantly hectic and crazy schedule.

Alyssa Maree

Diane says, KAYA!

I made this for my niece Alyssa. This is actually digital. I printed this one and then cut it in its shape. I had fun creating this mini album.

Thanks Ms. Marian for this challenge! Buti nakahabol ako!

Here's my entry for this months KAYA!

You can click the photo for a larger view.

Materials:
Adobe photoshop CS2
Photo Paper
Plastic ring
Assorted ribbons
flower
button
fiber
Juicy Pops Album by Traci Reed at Sweetshoppedesigns.com

About ME:
I am Diane, 25 years old from Bicol, Philippines. I am happily married to Jun for 4 years going 5 this November. Blessed with an angel up in heaven named Huey Dhale. He is my inspiration to scrap. I make scrapbooks because of him and I want to continue scrapping for him. I am a paper and digital scrapbooker. I am also a proud owner of Nikon D80 and I am still learning how to use it. I hope to scrap more beautiful photos this time. To know me more and be updated on my life please visit my blogs A handful of Surprises and My Paper Scraps. Thank you so much!