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.

My ROCK

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I'm so flattered to be this month's challenger. I love alphabets and I thought that we have to relax a little bit on scrapping photographs of ourselves & our loved ones. Let's make it a little bit different this time. Let's get to know you more with the help of your "ThiNgS". I have to confess that I did not expect to be challenged myself! (di ba, Ms.Lee?)Now here's my take:

This is my important thing at the moment. A little notebook that hubby gave me last year. Left lying around for quite a while until one day in October 2008, when I felt so powerless and useless because problems & trials kept on coming, hubby said something that never left my mind. "You cannot stop the rain from falling. You can only cover yourself from getting wet." I thought that was wonderful so I wrote it down. The rest is history. A notebook from a special person who said words that started something even more special- a whole new thing to read each day. I still need it, I'm still recovering.

Journaling:
This tiny notebook from Ron is a great source of strength. It has remarkable quotes, affirmations and prayers that help keep me going each day. It's my rock. 30 June 2009.

Materials used:
DCWV cardstock (Nana's Nursery and Green Stack); assorted alphabets from Craft Market, crate paper and unknown; small Prima flowers, unknown white flower, clock embellishment from craft fair, scrap patterned papers; photo turners, silver brads, assorted buttons, DMC white thread, MM Journal stamp, Brilliance ink in black & sky blue; Kaiser clear stamp (Seals), Inque boutique flourish stamp, paper clip, foam adhesive, dragonfly embellishment, white & green cardstock; stabilo pen, date stamp.

Techniques used:
stamping, stitching of buttons, dry embossing with Cuttlebug Folder (flourishes), precision cutting

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee. I'm inviting you to join this month's Kaya! challenge. I am still getting there - growing towards a stronger and more resilient individual. You can visit my blog here .

BLOOM [fabulous]

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I can't find any new photos of myself... but this is my favourite one 'coz I really look happy and so in love in this ;-). I am glad that I've captured that. Happy Birthday Janis & thanks for this challenge. I had fun making this layout!


Journaling:
stay happy... be yourself... & enjoy life girl!

Materials used:
DCWV pastel cardstock in pink, patterned paper- "Misha" by Kaiser Mumma Bushka range, AC thickers, pearl stickers, plain A4 paper, vintage pink Whispers marker, Scenic Route rub on "[fabulous]", foam adhesive, Bostik glue. Font- American typewriter.

Techniques used: nothing flash 'n fancy -just cutting the cute patterned paper!

About ME:

Hello, I'm Roxannee. A Mum, a wife, and a part time Nurse.
I've been scrapping for nearly 3 years and still addicted to it!
This hobby has given me so much more than I've expected.

US

Roxannee says, KAYA!

From the day that Yoyin posted her layout, I said to myself "hindi ako sasali!"... but there was this nagging urge in my head to take up the challenge. It's Kaya's 2nd Anniversary after all, and there are more reasons to join than not. So there, I gave in. na-Kaya ko pala.

About the picture- Going to the beach (any time of the year) to eat Fish and Chips for dinner is part of our family routine. There is no excuse not to go there. It is free, relaxing and it creates more family memories each time. I like the way we left our footwear on the sand to have a run near the shore. It is a family picture in it's own right.


Journaling:
We do not remember DAYS
We remember the MOMENTS
(our surname here)
Family
2009 xoxo

Materials used:
Bazzil Bling cardstock, assorted felt, buttons, lace,organza ribbon, DMC embroidery floss, permanent marker, Kaiser rub on, Li'l Davis Designs alphabet chipboard, pearl stickers, orange sewing thread, stapler.

Techniques:
machine stitching and hand stitching buttons and felt to make flowers.

About ME:
G'day I'm Roxannee...looking at my recent LOs (For Kaya or not) it seems that I am obsessed with photographing footwear and elements in shades of blue. Hmmmmm....
Happy Anniversary to Kaya! May we be blessed with more fun & creativity.

Quiet Arvos

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I've been using some odd things for stamping...though I have a few stamps in my stash, I still feel that using other bits and pieces as stamp gives a project it's uniqueness. For this challenge, I played around with a corrugated cardboard.

Journalling:
Who said quiet arvos are boring? I took some fun shots of us while waiting for Kuya's home time from school. I love these moments... just you and I...
17 May 2007

Materials used:
dark blue textured card stock, Grant pp, corrugated card board, white paint, Prima flowers Tea & Silk collection, pearl stickers, buttons, embroidery floss, Hero Arts acrylic ticket stamps, Paper craft acrylic flower stamp, acetate, Tsukineko Brilliance Inks, Versa Mark ink, Versa Magic chalk ink, blue metal clip, Paper craft chipboard, clear embossing powder, Kaiser paint in antique white,
kindy Glitz, flower brads, Stabilo pen, journalling pad printed from Shabby Princess.

Techniques used:
paper tearing, stamping with corrugated card board and acrylic stamps, heat embossing, inking, stamp resist.

The process:
I painted the corrugated card board with white paint and stamped it on the card stock.
For the title, I painted raw chipboard with antique white paint. Once dried, I stamped flourishes on the chipboard using Versa Mark Ink. Then I heat embossed the stamped flourishes. I dabbed brilliance ink to give it colour. You will notice that the heat embossed areas resisted the ink.
The acetate flowers are made using acrylic stamps and black ink. Then I used brads for the centre. The ticket stubs are made with left over patterned paper and acrylic stamps.

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee and I love stamping to bits! I hope I gave this technique some justice with this layout.

Please... Not Yet...

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I did not realize that I have done some hybrid scrapping before. Alby, thanks for this challenge.

One of the joys of motherhood is when your child just does some crazy things that will wipe away your whinges and problems for the day...This one in particular, I know all of you are familiar with is something that I will cherish. It is a symbol of a child's innocence and carefree personality. I forgot to type {priceless} on the photo so I just used a rub on... I edited the photo using iPhoto and layered masking technique on GIMP, emphasizing the saliwang sandals.

Journaling:
Your quirkiness just puts me in stitches all the time. This is so typically you- funny yet moody, almost always doing things upside down. You make our home happy nd joyful. The laughter you bring just always remind me that life is indeed wonderful. I don't mind the noisy footsteps that I call "pitter pat" when you come along the hallway. It brings music to my ear. Someday, putting on your sandals this way will change. You'll figure out that it's the other way around. Well now, I like the way you do it. Don't change it yet for now 'coz I really enjoy it. Not yet, don't grow up yet my baby.
Love, Mommy

Ashton, 2 years old 30.1.2009

Digital Elements:
1. Enhanced photo using iPhoto, turned into B&W
2. layered mask technique in GIMP.
3. Typed journaling and printed on patterned paper.
4. TYped Title and printed on plain paper.

Materials used:
patterned papers from Flavia (journaling) & the Green Stack of DCWV; ribbon, blue button, embroidery floss, striped card stock, plain paper, fiskars border and large circle punches, EK success corner rounder, 1" and 2"circle punches, {priceless} rub on from Scenic Route. Fonts used: Cheryl for journaling and "Please... Not Yet" using Old Typewriter. Layout inspiration from Jessica Sprague.

Techniques used:
Photo editing, and paper punching. I also created a tab by tracing around a circle and cut half of it with craft knife.

About ME:

Hello, I'm Roxannee and I have been scrapping since 2007... I 'm also into digital scrapbooking if I don't feel like touching glue and paper. My kids are my inspiration and I'm enjoying every minute of their childhood.

i'm so ThaNKFuL

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I am not really a fan of Valentine's Day but then, this month's topic is about expressing your feelings to your loved ones through a song and my latest favourite add on to a lay out is stitching! Ethan's sweetness, Ashton's kisses and Ron's cuddles just complete me as a person. I am truly blessed to have such affectionate, loving and caring boys in my life. Their LoVe is an everyday gift and for that I am so thankful. For the song I felt that Jim Brickman and Martina McBride's The Gift is just spot on.


Journaling:
but the colors fade away
and the years will make us grey
but baby in my eyes
you'll still be beautiful

all I want is to hold you forever
all I need is you more every day
you saved my heart
from being broken apart
you gave your love away
I can't find the words to say
that I'm thankful every day
for the gift

Materials Used:
Cor'dinations cardstock (matches with hubby's jeans methinks), pps by heidi grace & grant, dmc embroidery floss, tim holtz distress ink in walnut, alphabet stamps, zig pen,ac thickers jewelry box alpha chipboard, red paint, heart cutouts from textured paper. Fonts used: susie's handwriting and gorillaz.

Techniques used:
tearing, inking, free hand cutting, stamping and stitching

About ME:

Hi I'm Roxannee and each day, I am gifted with love and affection from the 3 boys in my life.

I Heart My Garden

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I had a hard time looking for pictures to scrap...so I took photographs of my plants.

Journaling :
I've always thought that I don't have a GREEN thumb. With the kind of climate here in Australia, it is not very easy to grow plants. But it's only a matter of CHOICE what to have in the garden...And if I LOVE what I'm doing, nothing is impossible.

I learned to LOVE succulents...they are very HARDY and fun to grow. Roses are needy, they are like us women- moody,fragile, but irresistible and beautiful.
Roxannee 2008

Materials:
white cardstock, fancy pants and inque boutique stamps, brilliance inks, blings, fountain pen, pink vellum (heart), corner rounder punch.

Techniques used:
stamping, cutting

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee can't say much again...this is my 1ST ever double page. I hope you enjoy my plants as much as I do.
You might want to spare some time visiting my blog here.

missy and DREAM

Roxannee says, KAYA!

missy

Distressing is one of my favourite techniques. Almost every layout or card I make has some paper teared, inked or sanded. To be honest, I was way out of my comfort zone whilst making this project- I used pink (because the dress was pink), I tried vintage style, I had to make a poem about my feelings with wearing a dress and the hardest bit- scrapped my baby photo! Thanks Marj for this challenge, I had fun.


Journaling :
She didn't SMILE 'coz she hates the dress... They gave her a balloon 'coz she's in distress... Little MISSY you just turned 2, Will you be a girly GIRL we don't have a clue...

-rox 5th December 1978

Techniques :
sanding, tearing, inking, free hand cutting, eyelet setting, stamping, photo editing.


Materials used:
Core'dinations cardstock- aged wine and rouge; pearl & green card stock, patterned papers by Grant, stamps by Inque Boutique (french quarter alpha) and Fancy Pants, Cuttlebug build a flower embossing folders, flowers from Craft Market, EK success circle & flower punch, Heidi Grace flower punch, pearls, Tim Holtz walnut distress ink, Brilliance Rocket Red ink. Font used is Black Jack.


DREAM

After the guests have left for Easter lunch, we ran to the local park and chilled out. Ashton's just 14 months old and was playing in the sand pit. He liked the feel of the sand in his hand.


Journaling reads:
DREAM my PReCiOuS little one
Ashton Zacharry, 14 months Easter Sunday 23 March 2008

Techniques used:
tearing, inking, curling, layering, stamping

Materials used:
moss green and pearl white cardstock, patterned papers by Kaiser and unknown, chipboard words, autumn leaves bird stamp, pearls, bella & mulberry flowers, stamps by Stephanie Barnard, sky blue & lighting black brilliance dew drop ink, sugar loaf dual tip pen in vintage blue, white signo pen.

About ME:

Hi, I'm Roxannee, Little Miss Sunget 1978...until now I don't like wearing dresses and skirts. And those Sunday dresses- I think they were made to cause some itchiness!

Explore

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I love this picture of Ethan so much...at the same time it makes me melt inside because it reminds me that one day, he'll be able to leave our nest and explore the world. A cautious boy that he is, I was glad that he decided to try climbing up trees. I remember him saying " Look Mom, I can swing in this tree! I'm a big boy now!"

I used the bird as a symbol for exploring the world, clock because time flies and one day he'll soon be on his own,& the star as his guide in whatever he does. It is not only the first time I made a layout with this picture. I reckon it's one of those shots that you can extract a lot of memories.And I thought that Winnie the Pooh's words to Christopher Robin was spot on for the way I feel with it.


Journaling:
You are now 6 years old and ready to show the world what you can do.
Kings Park, WA February 2007

"If ever there comes a day when we can't be together, keep me in your heart - I'll stay there forever." - Winnie the Pooh

Materials Used:
Core'dinations cardstock- nostalgia, double sided tape, patterned papers by Grant and unknown, Green cardstock, K&Company brad (grow), K & Company Hopscotch chipboard, paper flower from craft market, Kaiser craft journaling stamp, tim holtz distressing ink walnut, sepia archival ink, clock sticker, felts, embroidery floss, ribbon, star button, string, border punch, green brad, white pen, black pen, sanding paper.

Techniques used:
Sanding the core'dinations cardstock, handcutting the leaves, stitching the bird, punching, stamping, distressing, tearing

About ME:
Hi my name is Roxannee and negative space is one of my favourite styles! I like saving on embellishments....LOL.

So Happy Together

Roxannee says, KAYA!

It was a daily routine for Ashton and Nanay to sit on the backyard swing while waiting for me to come back from school runs.



Journaling:
Dear Nanay, Thanks for dropping by just to see me and play with me. Love, Ashton xoxo Autumn 2007

Materials Used:
yellow cardstock from Craft Market, Bostik Glue, Fancy Pants Fresh Mod acrylic stamps, Versa color Inks (olive and ceduna), blue and pink paper, green patterned paper, fiskars border punch, Tacky Adhesive Glue, Grant alpha stamps, sticky dots, pearls, alpha chip board, foam stamps by Pebbles Inc., Brilliance ink by Tsukineko (Pearl Orchid and Lightning Black), olive ric rac, that flower sticker, stripey ribbon.

Techniques Used:
cutting and stamping

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee and I am so hoping that this entry will make it to the deadline. (Roxannee, I'm glad you made it. - Lee)

I Like...

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I'm back! I finally have made time to join this month's challenge. Since I went back to work, I couldn't manage to join Kaya. But now here I am! Thanks Marix for this cool challenge!



Journaling:
I like...
chocolates (yum!)
paper (isn't it obvious?)
creating
hash browns with maple syrup
blue, black and orange (in no particular order)
2008

Materials used:
Patterned papers from kaisercraft and grant, fiskars sunburst border punch, dandy doodles border punch and embosser (fiskars), glossy accents, bella flowers, blings, brilliance ink by tsukineko (red gold), butterfly rubber stamps, pebbles ink alphabet stamps, marker from sugarloaf crafts, inque boutique in stitches stamps, green ribbon, sticky dots,Bostik glue, double sided tape, permanent marker.

Techniques:
stamping, tearing and using border punchers

About ME:
Hi I'm Roxannee. I've been scrapping and making cards for over a year now. I love stamping and that is my favourite technique! This hobby gives me a sense of freedom especially from the distraction known as house work LOL! My kids, my hubby, my friends and workmates inspire me to do better and do more cards and layouts while my finished projects inspire me to buy more stuff (wink, wink).

To Ethan, 7, and Ashton, 15 months, to be read on your 1st Night Out Together

Roxanee says, KAYA!

I tried to be not serious with this layout - I mean no tears involved otherwise that would put me off and stop me from doing a layout. So with Cheeky as the title, I wrote the letter in a cheeky way. Well, that really comes from my heart. I am actually nervous just thinking about this event or milestone or whatever term is suitable. And maybe people would think it's a bit unorthodox, well looking at the future, chances are, my kids will really go on a night out together - just by themselves (my hubby and I had planned their firsts to be accompanied by us.) I don't know if this letter will stop them from going (hope not), but then whose got a Mom who made a layout and wrote a letter ages ago for a first night out together?! The truth is, this is my way to express the fear a Mom would feel when her kids are about to put their social life to the next level. I cross my fingers. Sigh.

Sub-Title:
Mommy's Cheeky Little Men



Journaling:
toGeTher, SiLLy, eNjoy, YipPeE, GigGle, TicKle

Hidden letter reads:
Mommy's (now these are hidden) gorgeous boys: Ok, ok! Let me put this STRAIGHT- I didn't write this to be a drama queen for the moment...I'm just going to wish the 2 of you LUCK on your 1st NIGHT OUT TOGETHER!! How exciting! Ethan-you're the BIG BRO, I know I don't have to remind u about looking after ASHTON. Just take it Easy, ok? And you young one- yes you ASHTON, don't over indulge! There are more night outs to come. Just make this a memorable one...then we'll scrapbook it together...hahahaha. Try not to get too drunk, respect the AMBER ALE (that is beer folks). Look after yourselves ok? Otherwise this will be your 1st and last. (I am slightly serious). You know the rules don't you? It's a shame Dad & I are not joining you. We are not keen on stalking you this time. LOL. And lastly, stay away from dangerous girls (and Guys too)...don't leave your drink-keep an eye on it! Ok 'nuff said. Have fun! We trust you a lot! Love & kisses, Mommy. BE SAFE.
P.S. I would love to hear about it tomorrow! LOL! wink
P.S. #2 Be nice to the taxi driver. Give him the tip-a fair dinkum one.
P.S. #3 Kindly put this letter back where you got it from.

Material Used:
card stock from Craft market, stamps by Grant and Stephanie Barnard Collection, ink by grant, pretty colour and versa color, buttons, safety pin, PP by Lisa Wells, olive ric rac and ribbon from Lincraft, brad, mulberry flower by Smart Kraft, Scotch tacky glue, double sided tape, Frencheville journal pen,white pen by Uniball, emroidery floss, faux leather string, whispers strokes dual tip pen, stapler.

Techniques Used:
sponged light blue pigment ink on the cuttlebug embossed words , paper tearing, stamping.

About ME:
Hi, I'm Roxannee, Mom of 2 boys, wife to my patient & gentle HS sweetheart. Started scrapbooking in 2007 and loving it! I'm also into card making, cake decorating, and I'm willing to try all sorts of crafts!! Have u seen my blog yet? click here:
http://www.rock-n-rox.blogspot.com/

My 2 Boys

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I've been absent for 2 months and now that I am ready to join Kaya Challenge again, I was bombarded with a really challenging one--going digital!!! Ooops, I've never done that before! I have no idea what to do! But the "have a go" attitude in me just clicked...practised a lot of times and I discovered that it was not that hard! Thanks Diane for the challenge and to danielle for her generosity. Now I am addicted...

Journaling:
from the HBF jingle

Materials Used:
Digital Kit from Danielle Young's Springtime Feelings
Alphabets from Moody Blues by Shabby princess designs
Font: French Script MT
Adobe Photoshop 6

Techniques Used:
changing hues and contrasts of elements
cropping
quick selecting

About Me:
Hi I'm Roxannee, Mom of 2 boys...addicted to doing any
sort of crafts but wishes to have all the time in the
world to do it...joined Kaya last year an enjoying
it!! You can see more of my work in my blog: www.rock-n-rox.blogspot.com

Simple Yet Rocks

Roxannee says, KAYA!

I believe that the things people have reflect their personality. The first time I saw this Swatch on the shop window...oh dear, I fell in love instantly!!! The design is so "me". I like the simplicity of it - when you actually stare at it you'll realise that there's is more to it so it rocks...

With this project, every element just says something about me. I like the rustic design of the wood, the monochromatic theme ( my clothes are more like that), stitches, buttons...the flower stamp. The letters and the big flower are hand cut.

Should I add that when I was taking a picture of the watch, my hubby thought that I'd sell it on ebay?! 'will never sell this- to me, it is priceless...



Journaling:
It is the first line of the song in The Saddle Club (TV Show). "Hello world, this is me. Life should be fun for everyone." +the saddle club+
Materials used:
Scrapping paper (wood and stone design), black cardstock, corrugated craft card board, craft ribbons, acrylic and wooden stamps, stamp pad, journalling pen (Fine), white journalling pen, silver embossing stamp ink, buttons, silver brads, Bostik glue pen, scotch glue, craft flower.

About ME:
Hi. I'm Roxannee, Mom to 2 gorgeous boys aged 6 and 10 months who make me feel like growing 10 more pairs of hands...got into scrapping after baby number 2. I'm also into cake decoration and card making. Know more about me and my stuff @ www.rock-n-rox.blogspot.com.

Nanay and Me

Roxannee says, KAYA!

It took me a while to have an idea for this challenge....yes, I've got pictures but which? I got papers but what to do with them? Drawing? Maybe not ....my drawing skills are a bit rusty... Then I stumbled upon this picture of nanay and me when she came for a visit, and I reckon flowers would suit the two of us (can't put much flowers on my sons' LO's- finally I made a girly one, yes!!!!)...so here it is...



Journaling reads:
PINNACLES Desert
Nambung National Park, WA
.19th April 2007.

It was a beautiful Autumn day...
Her breath was taken away
By the sight of the limestone formations
Just one of God's wonderful creations.
Wherever she looked,
North, South, East or West
All she could say was:
"Ang ganda.....ang ganda....."

Materials used:
Grant Neutrals card stock (red, yellow, white, light green); Kraft Stuff card stock (forest and beige); Scotch acid free glue; Artline Permanent marker; Journaling pens (fine and 0.1).

Techniques used:
Quilling and folding

About ME:
Hi. I'm Roxannee, Mom to 2 gorgeous boys aged 6 and 8 months who make me feel like growing 10 more pairs of hands...got into scrapping after baby number 2. I'm also into cake decoration and card making.

New Life, New Love

Roxannee says, KAYA!

This photo was taken on the first day of the first month of 2001. Incidentally, Ethan was one day old at the time! His Dad held him in the car on our way home from the hospital, we fondly called him Neo as it means "new". I covered my title and journalling with vellum to create a different effect...I used foam adhesives under the brads to lift up and accentuate the "picket fence". I enjoyed making this layout!


Sub title: ~ one day old 01.01.2001~

Journaling (on the side):
Our Neo Isn't it amazing how someone like you so tiny, so fragile, so delicate reminds us of the love that we share. It's only now that you're small we could hold you in our hands but always remember that our hearts will hold you forever. Always, Daddy and Mommy.

(below):
Daddy's HANDS might be too BIG to hold you right now; but his HEART is much, much BIGGER loving you from the very start.

Materials Used:
Flavia scrapbook paper for the base and 2nd layer, Cardstock (metallic orange), Craft Stuff paper in stone and metallics (bronze and pearl), brass and black brads, plain vellum paper, Bostik Glu-Tac, Scotch acid free glue, foam adhesives from Spotlight, Fiskars eyelets, eyelet setter, satin brown string. Fonts - Aquiline for the title and subtitle, Antique type for the
journal.

Techniques used:
-layering
-eyelet setting
-brads setting

About ME:
Hi I am Roxannee, 30 a Mom of 2 gorgeous boys Ethan (6) and Ashton (7 months) and wife to a wonderful guy named Ronald (oh I am sooooo in love)... I had been planning on scrapbooking since my first born was still a bub but couldn't get the hang of it...so when I had baby number 2, as the photos keep on piling up and clogging my hard drive, I decided to really get on with the cropping! I realized that scrapping
is not just preserving and creating memories but could be therapy too, I feel relaxed and comforted by it at the end of a hectic day. I am also crazy about cross stich, cake decorating, knitting, beading, card making and photography. Could you imagine the craft stuff I have
in the cupboard? It drives my hubby nuts!