COMPLETE Progress Sketch Swap CLOSED

[AlexWyattMommy]

Due Date: April 8th

-You are allowed to rotate the sketch/map in any direction you want.
-Please try to stay as true to the sketch/map as possible.
-Please use a layer of cardstock as your base. You may completely cover it with thinner paper. It is very difficult to sort them when they bend and sometimes the embellishments get caught.
-Please use quality paper on your layouts. I will not limit your “name” brands, but please use good judgment. If the patterned paper doesn't have a name printed on it, don't use it.
-You are not required to double mat your elements or have to embellish the elements one/two way.
-You can add a mat layer to the photo placements if you like. That is the only alteration to the layout that should be done.
-You may use any kind of embellishment you like on these sketches where they are indicated or in place of a “layer” of paper. Ribbon and fiber are good substitutions for paper layers.
-You may use different embellishments on each of your layouts. Please ensure they are of the same quality.
-Please use generic non gender specific titles – Smile, Happy, Giggle, Sunny Day, Splash, PlayTime, etc.
Momma’s Boy, Good Girl, Little Princess/Prince, 4th of July, Mother’s Day are too specific.
-You will not have to tell me your title selection. It will be the surprise element along with the colors.
-Please do not sign up for more than you can handle. But these should be easier than other page swaps as the placement is already decided for you.
-New to me swappers are limited to TWO groups.
-Please sign the back of your layout.
-Place each group in their own 2-gallon baggie and label the baggie with your real name, DISname and group information.
-Please send postage for a medium or large flat rate box. Do NOT use the Click-it postage from USPS. I cannot use it. It has to be used the day it was printed. Stamps, check or cash are acceptable.
-If you don't mind the delay in return shipping, you may use non-priority to save some $$. Please use packaging I can reuse and send 3-4 extra stamps from what it cost you to mail it to me. Just in case some pages are heavier than others.
-Please include your address in the box. Address label, index card, priority label.
HAVE FUN WITH IT!

I will open up more groups of the same sketch/page map if there is interest.

Group A
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2010/jan/pagemaps/jan1012x12d.jpg
A1
1. 123SA
2. rlovew
3. MT
4. ZTH
A2
1. AWM
2. DIT
3. 123SA
4. MT

Group B
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2009/feb/pagemaps/feb0912x12b.jpg
B1
1. AWM
2. DIT
3. 123SA
4. MT
B2
1. rlovew
2. ZTH
3. 123SA
4. AWM

Group C
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2009/mar/pagemaps/mar0912x12d.jpg
C1
1. 123SA
2. MT
3. ZTH
4. PBF
C2
1. AWM
2. DIT
3. MT
4. 123SA

Group D
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2009/april/pagemaps/apr0912x12d.jpg
D1
1. 123SA
2. MT
3. ZTH
4. PBF
D2
1. DIT
2. 123SA
3. MT
4. AWM

Group E
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2009/april/pagemaps/apr0912x12a.jpg
E1
1. DIT
2. 123SA
3. rlovew
4. MT
E2
1. ZTH
2. AWM
3. MT
4. 123SA

Group F
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2009/june/pagemaps/june0812x12a.jpg
F1
1. AWM
2. DIT
3. 123SA
4. rlovew
F2
1. MT
2. AWM
3. ZTH
4. PBF


List of Titles Used So Far
aim high
amore
believe
be you
celebrate
cute as a button
family x2
friends
home
ice cream
joy
jump
life is good
love
lovely
memories
play
party
shine
snow day
sweetie pie
star
time 4 fun
water works
wild
wish
you rock


Mailed -
I have
I mailed
You have

AWM
DIT
123SA
rlovew
PBF
ZTH
MT

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Okay, I'll play. I'd like Group B, E, and F. This should be fun!!!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

:thumbsup2

I hope so too.

[AlexWyattMommy]

This my take on Group B

The background is textured Bazzill
The shaped pattern paper is from the DCWV Indian Summer
The glitter paper is from DCWV Indian Summer
The green pattern paper is American Traditional Designs
The burgundy solid is The Paper Company (JoAnn's solids)
The journaling lines are stamped Kaleidacolor and clear heat embossed
I forgot to ink the burgundy photo mat so I put a glitter photo corner to embellish it some
The title is orange glitter paper using Graphical Speaking
The fiber is from a swap. ;)
The staples are orange. [hint: I put the smaller pieces together first and stapled one side of the fiber first and then put it on the larger pattern paper on the background and then stapled that side. My stapler wouldn't do the far side otherwise.]

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4888.jpg
It a little dark, but it looks cool in person. That is green, not yellow.
I did this in 45 minutes from picking paper to finish. I will take more time and get the rest a bit more straight. Promise.

[123SA]

I'd like a spot in all of the groups please.

[123SA]

This my take on Group B

The background is textured Bazzill
The shaped pattern paper is from the DCWV Indian Summer
The glitter paper is from DCWV Indian Summer
The green pattern paper is American Traditional Designs
The burgundy solid is The Paper Company (JoAnn's solids)
The journaling lines are stamped Kaleidacolor and clear heat embossed
I forgot to ink the burgundy photo mat so I put a glitter photo corner to embellish it some
The title is orange glitter paper using Graphical Speaking
The fiber is from a swap. ;)
The staples are orange. [hint: I put the smaller pieces together first and stapled one side of the fiber first and then put it on the larger pattern paper on the background and then stapled that side. My stapler wouldn't do the far side otherwise.]

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4888.jpg
It a little dark, but it looks cool in person. That is green, not yellow.
I did this in 45 minutes from picking paper to finish. I will take more time and get the rest a bit more straight. Promise.


Wow! This is fabulous!

Thanks for the stapler tip - -I probably would have been stumped on that.

Question: Do all of the pages have to use the same paper?

[rlovew]

Put me down for A, E, and F for now.

Rebecca

[AlexWyattMommy]

No, they do not all need to use the same paper or embellishments. :thumbsup2

[Mickeyteacher]

Can I play? I would love one spot in each group.
Thanks, S :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

:hyper:

So glad you want to play.

OT-we are going to the museum tomorrow and the boys again brought up that we saw you and your kiddos there. :thumbsup2

[DisneyIsTerrific]

AWM, your page looks great. I think this swap will be a great way to get us out of our comfort zones and try new things.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Just an FYI - where it shows a shaped edge or whole piece - you don't have to use the one shown. You can use a pre-made or make your own with the Cricut or edge punchers. You can also use the Bazzill shaped strips on either side of a straight piece to achieve the look.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I will be closing this on Tuesday.

I will try to combine where I can.

[morgansmom2000]

I love this swap idea, Ann, but I need to be better about my time management. I'm going to be late on Stephanie's swap and I hate that.

Have fun!

[ZeroToHero]

Okay, sign me up for Groups A, C, and D. :teeth:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Because this looks to be a smaller participation swap, I have changed the mailing requirements. If you mail at least 10 before the due date, you can mail it first class. If want, I will also return it to you first class.

No need for the USPS system to always get our money. I don't think these will be heavy. It is finding a box or padded envelope [with cardstock/cardboard to stiffen it] the right size that is hard.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:flower3: Thanks for playing.

[PinballFamily]

Sorry for the late response - I'd love to play!

Can I fill the last spots in Groups C and D?

[AlexWyattMommy]

:teeth: Thanks!!

[TinkerBean]

I'll take a spot in F2 (thanks awm:lovestruc) and I would be open to joining any other groups if they open up...

[AlexWyattMommy]

Anybody else interested?

I'd be happy to reopen the groups I deleted. :lovestruc

[TinkerBean]

Anybody else interested?

I'd be happy to reopen the groups I deleted. :lovestruc

Pretty please...:lovestruc (I don't think I've *ever* only swapped one group EVER!:rotfl:)

[PinballFamily]

Ok - since I seem to be today's closer! I'll take the last spot in F2!

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rotfl2::rotfl2: The Closer.

[PinballFamily]

As the outgoing Miss America, I find that I cannot fulfill my obligation in group D and award it to my runner up from the great province of Ontario, Miss TinkerBean.

[TinkerBean]

As the outgoing Miss America, I find that I cannot fulfill my obligation in group D and award it to my runner up from the great province of Ontario, Miss TinkeBean.

As the runner up I will now step forward and graciously accept group D. If anyone else wishes to bestow upon me other groups I will welcome the challenge...

[AlexWyattMommy]

Oh no Sister. You have to have your own spot in Group D. Im a gonna put you in there now.
:rotfl2:

[TinkerBean]

I will take the following -

A2
B2
C2
D2
E2

:goodvibes

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rotfl2:

I did wait for permission before I signed you up. :flower3:

[123SA]

I don't want to hog up the spots now, but I'll join you, Rhonda, if the spots remain open.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:hug: Thanks Susan.

I'll wait a little bit to see if there is new blood. If not, I'll put you in.

I'll be filling in where I am not already. :rotfl2:

[TinkerBean]

I don't want to hog up the spots now, but I'll join you, Rhonda, if the spots remain open.

Thanks Susan:flower3::lovestruc

[wdwfan16]

I am confused. What are they used for? Will they all look the same?

[AlexWyattMommy]

These are complete pages. They will be used for everyday [non Disney] photos in the sizes specified.

Each group will have the same basic feel, but will be different because we will use different papers, embellishments and possibly perspective [rotating the sketch].

So yes and no for your last questions. :teeth:

Wanna try one?

[Mickeyteacher]

If you need any help closing this- I will be glad to do extra spots. S :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

:flower3: Thank you.

[TinkerBean]

If you need any help closing this- I will be glad to do extra spots. S :)

Yippee! Now I don't feel so lonesome:goodvibes

[wdwfan16]

These are complete pages. They will be used for everyday [non Disney] photos in the sizes specified.

Each group will have the same basic feel, but will be different because we will use different papers, embellishments and possibly perspective [rotating the sketch].

So yes and no for your last questions. :teeth:

Wanna try one?

Explain the "sketch" top me.

[ZeroToHero]

Explain the "sketch" top me.

The sketches are the page maps in the first post, that show you how your page is supposed to look. You can rotate the page map however you'd like, and use whatever colors and stuff you'd like on it, but in the end, everyone in the group will have used the same "sketch" as the basis for their page.

It's like the rough draft of the finished layout.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Think of it like a map. It shows you where you should put the paper, the photos, the title, journaling and embellishments. It gives you a guide to follow.

You are free to use any combination of papers, as long as it is quality name brand paper, and the decorative edging does not need to look like the sketch exactly.

example:
sketch
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2010/jan/pagemaps/jan1012x12d.jpg

Interpretation of sketch
http://www.pagemaps.com/images/2010/jan/newsletter/pagemapsamples/ingriddanvers.jpg

[wdwfan16]

So you can pick whatever colors you want and just make it look like the sketch?

Where it says title you would just have a blank place. The user would add "family" in the example above?

[AlexWyattMommy]

You may choose any color scheme you like. :)

You do however have to give it a generic title. See first post for examples.

[ZeroToHero]

Oh, and Ann - I'll take a spot in B2. :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

:thumbsup2

[mbfqueen]

Hey what size are these?!

I looked but I don't see a size ... thanks!

[AlexWyattMommy]

My bad.

They are 12x12.

[123SA]

I'll take extra spots.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thanks.

I'm going to go ahead and close this out then after I add you, MT and me to spots.

I will keep this as the progress thread too.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Okay, check over your spots.

If you are two of the same sketch, please use different paper/embellishments for each group.

If you don't want to have two groups of the same sketch, please let me know and I'll fix what I can.

I have everyone's contacts from before, no need to send them again. If you need mine, PM me and I'll send it right back. :thumbsup2

[DisneyIsTerrific]

My groups look good! Thanks AWM!

[mbfqueen]

Ooooh ok .. well I am skipping 12x12 page swaps due to the ROBBERY USPS is getting by mailing them! lol ..

No wonder I hosted so many, wow! I have joined a 8x8 and 6x6 .. it's weird how much I didn't mind making 6x6 for special albums and gifts tho! Forced me outta my comfort level .. have you ever made those sizes?

I have even put 6x6 on 12x12 pages as well .. all of the 'thinking outside the box' rut that scrapbookers can get into ..

I am swamped now tho .. but will keep my eyes open later in the year tho .. it's hard to say no to swaps lol ..




My bad.

They are 12x12.

[AlexWyattMommy]

The autograph books have been 8x8 and there was a swap or two that did the 6x6. The 6x6 is not my favorite as I like my photos 4x6. :rotfl: Not much left over for embellishments.

I'm not fond of the USPS rates either. That is why I opted to let this swap come and go other than Priority.

Hope to see you in other swaps. :thumbsup2

[Mickeyteacher]

My groups look great! Thanks for hosting this swap.
S :)

[123SA]

I'm good. Thanks for hostessing.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thank you everyone for playing. An extra special thank you to all those who took extra spots. :cloud9:

[PinballFamily]

My groups look good - thanks! I may be rotating one or more of my page maps - had an idea or two -will see how they turn out! This swap will be lots of fun!

[TinkerBean]

My groups are good - I am really looking forward to geting back into the swing of things:goodvibes (I can't remember the last swap I did:confused3)

Rhonda

[123SA]

Question:

I am working on Sketch E. The journal lines...I am stumped. I don't have a journal stamp. I bought some lined paper, but it doesn't match. I could hand draw the lines, bit honestly that doesn't sound fun and it would probably take me longer to measure the lines precisely than to do the whole rest if the page.

Any suggestions?

[AlexWyattMommy]

You could make a regular journal box, like our elements.

You could use striped paper.

You could supply a sheet of paper that the swapper can computer journal on and then cut to size.

You could just frame the spot with brackets.

[123SA]

You could make a regular journal box, like our elements.

You could use striped paper.

You could supply a sheet of paper that the swapper can computer journal on and then cut to size.

You could just frame the spot with brackets.

Good ideas. Thanks

[Mickeyteacher]

I just wanted to make sure this is acceptable for A1:

http://i97.photobucket.com/albums/l213/mickeyteacher/IMG_3262.jpg

S :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

It looks awesome! :thumbsup2

[123SA]

That looks great MT!

I have the same paper pack...looks like our stuff will match!

[Mickeyteacher]

That looks great MT!

I have the same paper pack...looks like our stuff will match!

We might have an easy double layout!
S :)

[123SA]

We might have an easy double layout!
S :)


Good idea. I'll look for another groups we are in together and try to make that work!

[ZeroToHero]

That's great! I love it. :)

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Nice page MT!!!

[rlovew]

I have finished designing (choosing out) things for 2 of my groups and have completed 1 of each and have everything cut for the rest of each of them.

I hope to have these finished by the end of the week.

[PinballFamily]

MT, looks great!

I have all my paper bought (Tres Jolie line from My Mind's Eye) for my groups. May work on these on and off with my last MK swap groups or just try to knock 'em all off one day soon...not sure yet. Excited about working with this paper - it sure is pretty - and much different than my same old same old...

[123SA]

Group E1

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/032-1.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

I like the journaling spot and love the title. :love:

[123SA]

Thank you. The title is from Stamping Solutions. I really that cartridge.

OT: Did you snow my snow photos? YIKES!

[ZeroToHero]

Here is my page for group B2. The little 2x2 photomat is stuck with removable adhesive, the others are stuck down w/ permanent.

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_2900.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Great pages!!! I really love them both!!! :goodvibes

[AlexWyattMommy]

Very nice ZTH. :thumbsup2

I need to go look at these snow photos.

[ZeroToHero]

Thanks! Susan - I wanted to ask - is that journaling spot you have a sticker? I think I have the same pack - I love them!

[123SA]

Thanks! Susan - I wanted to ask - is that journaling spot you have a sticker? I think I have the same pack - I love them!

Love the ice cream page!

No it is not a sticker. It is 12x12 paper from M's We R Memory Keepeers Grandma's Kitchen Pen Pals. WHat are the stickers you have?

It is so hard to type - -I just shoveled for an hour and a half...my arms feel like noodles. I have only about 1/3 of it complete:sad2:

[AlexWyattMommy]

We don't shovel. If someone falls and hurts themselves on your property after you have shoveled, you are responsible. If you don't shovel, then it is obvious that it is not safe and if someone hurts themselves you are okay. :confused3 It's the weirdest rule.

;) Personally I think it is the lazy persons rational for not shoveling. :rotfl2:

There is about 3-5 inches but it is heavy stuff. It compacted in my tire treads before I could even back out of the garage. I got stuck in my own driveway. DH had to push it back in with his 4-wheel drive.

He's out there now trying to pack it down so we can drive out tomorrow. It's gravel and using the plow on it is bad news. The farmers aren't really happy when the gravel mucks up their machines. So we just don't bother. :rotfl2:

[123SA]

Really? Apparently the city gave out tickets to those that didn't shovel within 24 hrs last storm -- of course, they did a horrible job on the streets, the (public)preschool sidewalks weren't cleared and they didn't do any street plowing at all by the Catholic school. I did pay some kids to shovel yesterday morning, but we got a lot more after that - -and then I have the huge drift at the corner. A lot of kids walk by my house on the way to school, so I really need to get it done. There is some melting, so I hope I can rest until early afternoon.

Of course, I have house painters coming tomorrow so I need to clear out my livingroom and back foyer, and Wade is sick. I really need a clone here to get some of this done.

I really need to just step away from the computer:rotfl2:

[TinkerBean]

I bought the cutest embillements today:love: M's had a lousy selection of Bazzill and ACM's was even worse - so I will have to get creative:goodvibes I am looking forward to getting started on these - even Randy was impressed.

Rhonda

[morgansmom2000]

I bought the cutest embillements today:love: M's had a lousy selection of Bazzill and ACM's was even worse - so I will have to get creative:goodvibes I am looking forward to getting started on these - even Randy was impressed.

Rhonda

Come out this way and go to RAH!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am really looking forward to seeing everyone's work.

[123SA]

I finished group B2 with the title Snow Day. Working on group B1 with the title You Rock.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Hey all! I need help. I was going to do the spots myself, but then I realized I am already in all the groups. I am just not that creative to come up with that many different color combinations.

These are due in just over a month. I can give us two more weeks for the angel to work on them or I can swap them so that you don't get duplicates but you may get maps you didn't sign up for.

What does the majority say?

[ZeroToHero]

I will take, if you want: A2, C2, E2, F2

(Unless the majority wants to switch, in which case I'm fine with that too!)

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I can take D2. I'm also not in the A or C groups and if ZTH would prefer not getting 2 sets of the same sketch, I could take those as well. I'm also agreeable to swapping out.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thank you!

I put you both in A/C for now. We will see if ZTH wants doubles or if DIT will do them.

That just leaves one group. And I'm in both sets of that group.

I will wait and see what the rest of the swappers want to do.

[123SA]

THe only group I am not in is F2. I am sorry I am not able to help.

[rlovew]

I can do B2- I haven't mailed yet.

Rebecca

[AlexWyattMommy]

:flower3: Thank you everyone for helping out!

[ZeroToHero]

Stephanie - if you want them, they're yours! I was just taking all the ones I could see myself doing, but I might have overloaded.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Okay, I'll take them. AWM, please put me down for the A & C spots. Thanks ZTH!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thank you so much!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I have added two weeks to the due date for the angels. If everything is in before then, I will of course swap them out sooner.

[ZeroToHero]

So can I just check to make sure that I have the right groups?

A1- Done
B2- Done, need to post a photo
C1- Paper bought
D1- Paper bought
E2- Need to plan
F2- Need to plan

[AlexWyattMommy]

Your groups look correct to me. :)

[123SA]

Two weeks just for the angels or everybody? I just want to make sure I prioritize correctly.

Thanks

[AlexWyattMommy]

Everyone. It is just easier to keep track that way.

[123SA]

Great! I am going to see if I can get the school swap done so I can mail it with the MK swap. Less postage = :goodvibes

[DisneyIsTerrific]

This is my page for Group F1
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/SketchSwapF1001.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

Did you use stamps?

I love it! :love:

[DisneyIsTerrific]

The journal areas are stamped. The swirly areas are stamped also and embossed with distressed embossing powder.

Thanks!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

These are harder to do than I expected!:goodvibes But, I've got another group finished!!!!:cool1:

Here's my page for Group A2: The blue strip on the right has buttons embossed on it with a few colored in.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/SketchA2002.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

I have that Sizzix embossing folder. :thumbsup2 Never thought to color them.

I like it lots. The colors are very cheerful. :)

[123SA]

Group B
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/054-1.jpg

Group B2 (different papers)
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/024.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/025.jpg

[123SA]

These are harder to do than I expected!:goodvibes But, I've got another group finished!!!!:cool1:

Here's my page for Group A2: The blue strip on the right has buttons embossed on it with a few colored in.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/SketchA2002.jpg


Good job! I find that picking a title is the hardest part for me - -especially one that fits in the space.

[Arizona Rita]

Such talented Ladies!!
This one does look as scary as I thought!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Susan, great pages. I'm so happy that I get the "You Rock" one. I've already got pictures that will be perfect for it!!!!!!:banana:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Group B
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/054-1.jpg

Group B2 (different papers)
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/024.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/025.jpg

Great pages Susan!

[ZeroToHero]

Those pages look great! I'm going to work on mine today, hopefully! I've been inspired by you!

[NemoMom07]

What great pages. I am not in this one, but I just wanted to comment. I was thinking maybe taking AWM sketch page idea and use it for the Disney ABC completed page swap. What do you think?

[AlexWyattMommy]

I like it. Will take the guess work out of trying to place the elements.

[123SA]

What great pages. I am not in this one, but I just wanted to comment. I was thinking maybe taking AWM sketch page idea and use it for the Disney ABC completed page swap. What do you think?

The same sketch for all 26 letters?

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rotfl2:
That would be one continuous book. :rotfl2:

I'm guess a choice of sketches to pick from would be better, unless NemoMom wants to try to find 26 different sketches. Which not impossible, would be a pain to post.

[123SA]

:rotfl2:
That would be one continuous book. :rotfl2:

I'm guess a choice of sketches to pick from would be better, unless NemoMom wants to try to find 26 different sketches. Which not impossible, would be a pain to post.

I was thinking that too.

In general I am a fan of sketching, although I am usally working from my own sketch. Working from the posted sketches was challenging for the first two, but I think the rest will be easier. The main benefit to me is I feel like I created a much more beautiful page than I would have otherwise.

I think it could work . It definitely takes care of the defining the requirements. I would make sure that you weren't going to lose swappers over the sketches though.

[Arizona Rita]

Hello. that may be me because I'm seeing what you all are doing and I am nowhere that good and it scares me. So someone will have to hold my hand every single step of the way!:scared1:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Using the DCWV or Cosmo Cricket or BasicGrey packs are a great way to make sure your patterns and solids match up. Or using the two sided print/solids works too and they usually have matching pieces.

The hardest part for me will be making the titles generic. I knew that going into this, but I didn't want to limit the uses of the pages by pre-selecting titles you had to use.

[123SA]

Using the DCWV or Cosmo Cricket or BasicGrey packs are a great way to make sure your patterns and solids match up. Or using the two sided print/solids works too and they usually have matching pieces.

The hardest part for me will be making the titles generic. I knew that going into this, but I didn't want to limit the uses of the pages by pre-selecting titles you had to use.


Yes, I agree. I have been looking through my cricut carts for title/phrases. The title spots are small which I also find challenging.

[NemoMom07]

Good questions! I could get about 13 sketches and let you route them around, but also for those who are kinda scared to use the sketches to let them keep to the basic rules for our page swaps. Or would that be to complicated for others?

[AlexWyattMommy]

Nope. It could be pick column A - preset sketch or column B - required elements. :)

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Here's my page for E1:
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/SketchSwapF1001-1.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

I :love: it.

[123SA]

Here's my page for E1:
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/SketchSwapF1001-1.jpg

I :love: it.

Me too!

[ZeroToHero]

Very cute, and so versatile - I am so glad I joined. Even though I don't get that one, the pages that are coming out of this are great! :teeth:

[NemoMom07]

I am soooo :sad2: for not joining. I love your page DIT. All those bright happy colors. Very nice.

[123SA]

Group A2

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/012-1.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

That is very cute. :thumbsup2

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I love that page Susan!!!!!

[PrincessNancy96]

Not in this swap...but DIT's "wild" page inspired me.... I made this for my DS9's Valentine's Day party photos...

http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t24/PrincessNancy96/101_7594.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

What are those cool looking swirly things in the corners?

I love the colors and print combo. :cloud9:

[PrincessNancy96]

glitter paper sizlet die cut flourish thingy... I love them! ;)

[AlexWyattMommy]

I have flourishy die cuts. I never think to use them. Thank you!! :flower3:

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Love the page Nancy!!!!!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Here's my page for Group B1.

I've got 2 more pages to do, but they'll have to wait a bit because I need to get back to the MK Swap and do 2 groups there.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/DSC00017001.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

Very nice. :lovestruc

[NemoMom07]

How did you make the swirly plaid paper design DIT? I love those on pages.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

How did you make the swirly plaid paper design DIT? I love those on pages.

I cut it on the Cricut with the Storybook cart.

[NemoMom07]

Why oh why did it have to be a cart I do not have? See now you have enabled me and did not even know it. Don't let PBF know. She is my sponser for sticking to my cash monthly budget for scrap supplies.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

But, Storybook is a very useful cart so you will just have to get it!!!!!:goodvibes

[123SA]

Here's my page for Group B1.

I've got 2 more pages to do, but they'll have to wait a bit because I need to get back to the MK Swap and do 2 groups there.

http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/DSC00017001.jpg

Love the colors!

I have really been enjoying this swap. So far, I have been working mostly out of my stash. I hope to have another group complete tonight.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Love the colors!

I have really been enjoying this swap. So far, I have been working mostly out of my stash. I hope to have another group complete tonight.

I've had fun too. Working from a sketch is a challenge for me because I normally just make things up as I go along. Like you, though, I've done well using my stash. It helps when you have lots and lots of stash to choose from!:rotfl:

[PinballFamily]

Why oh why did it have to be a cart I do not have? See now you have enabled me and did not even know it. Don't let PBF know. She is my sponser for sticking to my cash monthly budget for scrap supplies.

I've got my eyes on yoooooooooo! ::yes::

(I have Storybook - if you need anything cut out and sent to you, just let me know. What's a sponsor for? :ssst:)

[PinballFamily]

But, Storybook is a very useful cart so you will just have to get it!!!!!:goodvibes

Hey there, missy! Don't you go leading my girl astray!!! :smooth:

Laaaa laaaaa laaaaa (fingers in ears) I can't hear you...!

(FYI, AWM, I'm kinda stuck in the middle of these swaps (sketch and MK). Now, I've got to focus on finishing the MK one up and will pick this one back up after that's in the mail. Again, that will be on time, but probably not very early.)

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I've got my eyes on yoooooooooo! ::yes::

(I have Storybook - if you need anything cut out and sent to you, just let me know. What's a sponsor for? :ssst:)

Hey there, missy! Don't you go leading my girl astray!!! :smooth:

Laaaaaaaaa (fingers in ears) I can't hear you...!

Party Pooper!!!!!!!:p

[AlexWyattMommy]

Early can be overrated. :rotfl2:

I am happy with on time and well done. :thumbsup2

[NemoMom07]

Hey there, missy! Don't you go leading my girl astray!!! :smooth:

Laaaa laaaaa laaaaa (fingers in ears) I can't hear you...!



See DIT... she keeps on eye on you! Actually the past two months I have done well. I think each month I did go over like $10. Not too bad. I am going to try to make up the difference this month and take $20 out of my budget to get me right again. I bought Hertigage cart for $30 last month. I think that is how I ended up over.

This month I am waiting till the middle of the month and using all my $ to make on online order at two peas. That means NO stores this month. Maybe I will save on some gas.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

And, if you save on gas then you can put that $$ that you saved towards scrappy supplies!!!!!:thumbsup2

[123SA]

Grp F
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-15.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

I'm hungry. You are not making it easy to stay on my diet. :mad:


:rotfl2:

I love it.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

That's a really cute page Susan!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Group F - one of them

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4933.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I like that page AWM!!!! Great job!

[123SA]

I like it too!

I like this sketch in particular because I would never make a one photo page on my own.

[123SA]

Group A - -2 different color schemes
5 sets left!

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-16.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/002-12.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Another great page Susan!

[AlexWyattMommy]

THAT had to take forever gluing down all those circles. They look great!

[123SA]

Thanks! Circles make me happy. I'm too anal to just wing it:rotfl2:. The long part was laying it all out and then picking them up one at a time to glue in place.

[123SA]

Whew! By far and away the most detailed page I have ever made. Many thanks to my DD who sorted through my flowers to find the right colors (and then just sorted them all by color:cool1:). Some of these flowers were from the most recent embellishment swap -- thanks Mickeyteacher!

Group C
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-17.jpg

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/002-13.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Susan, that is such a pretty page!!! And "great job!!" to your DD for her sorting of the flowers. I'm sure that was a big help!!

[ZeroToHero]

That's beautiful! I love black and pink combos, they always go so well together.

[AlexWyattMommy]

That is a gorgeous page!

Kuddos to your DD for helping.

[PinballFamily]

:flower3: To you and DD! :flower3:

Gorgeous! And I get one, I think! Flowers make me so happy.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Group F - part two

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4934.jpg

Those bling strands are my favorite. Some will get the blue and green, some will get purple and white.

[123SA]

Group F - part two

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4934.jpg

Those bling strands are my favorite. Some will get the blue and green, some will get purple and white.


I love this page! What is the paper? I think I saw those bling strings at Ms. Where they okay to work with? Did they stay together?

[AlexWyattMommy]

That paper is "Snorkel" by Cosmo Cricket.

Yes - I got them at Ms. They are glued really well together. But my cutter bee made quick work of them. ;) The one Ms had them $2.99 and then 25% off. But another Ms had them on clearance for $0.99. I got them in purple/white, pink/white, pink/green, solid blue, blue/green, and solid clear. I plan on using them on another layout too.

PS- I also got strings in red/white/black that match the crystal Mickey heads. I'll be using those on my ATC.

[123SA]

Maybe I'll try to get there this week. THanks!

[123SA]

Another Grp E -- I rotated the sketch, but it can still go the other way.

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/010-4.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

AWM and Susan, both of your pages are great. AWM, love the bling!!!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I like the blues. :)

I've been trying to keep track of the titles on the first post. If I missed any, please let me know.

[123SA]

This is my favorite one! Grp C

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-18.jpg

I have both sets of Group D left to do. I don't have any of the pages labeled or even sorted into which is Grp C1 or C2.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I :love: that one too.

[PinballFamily]

Love it! Hope it is group C1 - that's the one I'm in with you. Hoping, hoping...

But, your "lovely" one is lovely, too. That's C also...!

Until you decide, the suspense will kill me!!!! :lmao:

[DisneyIsTerrific]

This is my favorite one! Grp C

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-18.jpg

I have both sets of Group D left to do. I don't have any of the pages labeled or even sorted into which is Grp C1 or C2.

Oh, I hope this one is C2!!! I :love: that page!!!!

[NemoMom07]

Ohhh I see some fighting with the gals on this one 123SA. One wants it for C1 and the other for C2...:rotfl: I can see why. It is a great layout, love the colors. What did you use for the journal area? Did you draw the lines in or use a stamp?

[morgansmom2000]

Meow!

I have an idea, send them both to me!

Kicking myself for not joining, this is a superb swap!

[123SA]

THanks eevryone!


Ohhh I see some fighting with the gals on this one 123SA. One wants it for C1 and the other for C2...:rotfl: I can see why. It is a great layout, love the colors. What did you use for the journal area? Did you draw the lines in or use a stamp?

I have been hand drawing in the lines. My ruler and calculator have been getting a workout with this swap. I can't just eyeball things. I have been measuring my printout version and multiplying it by 12 divided by 3 10/16 to figure out the size on a 12x12 page. Nuts I know.


Meow!

I have an idea, send them both to me!

Kicking myself for not joining, this is a superb swap!

:rotfl2: I really look forward to your posts.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rolleyes1 I took my sketches, stretched them to 4x4 and used multiples of 3 to get my measurements. :rotfl2: They aren't exact, but I don't do eyeball well sometimes either. I took liberties with journaling lines as they aren't exactly the same width or heights in the sketch, but they are in the right locations. :thumbsup2

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Well........I know mine aren't exact!!!! I did use a ruler on the sketch to get an idea of what size to cut things, but I eyeballed things as well.

[AlexWyattMommy]

These are due in 4 weeks. How is everyone doing with them? I don't have scheduled check in dates, so lets use this week for a recap of where you are in the process.

I have 2 full groups done, 1 group half way done -not happy with it, may redo them, and paper & embellishments pulled for the rest.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I have 4 groups completely finished and 2 more to design. I've pulled the paper for both of those groups, but I may change it for one because when I looked at it again the other day it just didn't seem a good fit anymore.

[123SA]

:rolleyes1 I took my sketches, stretched them to 4x4 and used multiples of 3 to get my measurements. :rotfl2: They aren't exact, but I don't do eyeball well sometimes either. I took liberties with journaling lines as they aren't exactly the same width or heights in the sketch, but they are in the right locations. :thumbsup2


I think this just makes you smater than me:rotfl2:

[123SA]

Update:

9 groups complete but not labeled
2 groups left, paper is pulled but I need cardstock:sad2: Hope to get there today with my list and only buy preceisely what I need since it is not on sale:headache:

[rlovew]

I have all of my original groups done but haven't even looked at the group I am angeling. I have to get the MK swap donr first (should be today) and then I will be working on this.

Rebecca

[PinballFamily]

I'm in the same boat as Rebecca - gotta finish up the MK ones first, but will be done these on time. Have all my supplies - just got the last bit of ribbon I wanted.

But, thanks for the list of "already used" words posted on page 1 - that is helpful. For my three groups, I've chosen:
amore
shine
us

[ZeroToHero]

I have two groups done, one group in progress (it's hard finding 8 pieces of paper that all match!).

I'm planning on working on this over spring break.

[123SA]

I have two groups done, one group in progress (it's hard finding 8 pieces of paper that all match!).



Ugghh...I know! I refuse to drive 40 minutes to buy the 8 sheets of paper I need when it is not even on sale.

After taking stock of what I have, I think my 2 sets of group D will have at least 4 different paper combinations, maybe 5:scared1:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Oh yes - do not worry about each one looking like the other. They just need to look like the sketch. :thumbsup2

[morgansmom2000]

:rotfl2: I really look forward to your posts.

I'm so happy I amuse you :)

[NemoMom07]

But, Storybook is a very useful cart so you will just have to get it!!!!!:goodvibes


Well I ended up ordering it yesterday from Die Cut Central. I got it for $29.32 shipping included. Better than BF price.

Side note to PBF: No worries. I used my budget $. Only have $15 left. So there went my order that has been sitting in a cart at 2 peas for 3 months. Hopefully next month.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Well I ended up ordering it yesterday from Die Cut Central. I got it for $29.32 shipping included. Better than BF price.

Side note to PBF: No worries. I used my budget $. Only have $15 left. So there went my order that has been sitting in a cart at 2 peas for 3 months. Hopefully next month.

Good find Shawn! You will like this cart!

[PrincessNancy96]

123SA or AWM,
what is the cartridge the "jounaling" block is on that was used on Susan's celebrate page??

I can't find it.... although it may be because I'm over looking it some where on all these blasted carts!!

Thanks!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Storybook has one that looks like it.

[PinballFamily]

Well I ended up ordering it yesterday from Die Cut Central. I got it for $29.32 shipping included. Better than BF price.

Side note to PBF: No worries. I used my budget $. Only have $15 left. So there went my order that has been sitting in a cart at 2 peas for 3 months. Hopefully next month.

Good girl! That is a terrific price! And that cart is marvelous - it does have a lot on it. This delayed gratification budgeting thing is crappy, but is worthwhile! Keep up the great work! Ka-ching!

[PrincessNancy96]

Storybook has one that looks like it.

I've got that cart... I used that one..but it didn't look like it... I'll check it again, maybe I'm over analyzing again! LOL

Thanks bunches!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Susan does have DS, she might have stretched it some. Hopefully she can tell us for sure what she used. :thumbsup2

[PrincessNancy96]

Susan does have DS, she might have stretched it some. Hopefully she can tell us for sure what she used. :thumbsup2

Thanks AWM... I'll wait patiently..
I tried the one from story book and it had too many extra points! LOL

[123SA]

It is from storybook, and yes I did stretch it in CDS.

If you don't have DS, I strongly recommend it. I hate it for the things it can't do easily, but I do use it a whole lot. It is great for figuring out what size to cut, finding images, fitting lots on a page and just slightly altering things to fit - -like I did with this image. Lots of people do really wonderful things with it, but even if you don't want to learn those techniques, it is worth the $29.99 sale price.

[morgansmom2000]

There are some on Accent Essentials too.

[PrincessNancy96]

It is from storybook, and yes I did stretch it in CDS.

If you don't have DS, I strongly recommend it. I hate it for the things it can't do easily, but I do use it a whole lot. It is great for figuring out what size to cut, finding images, fitting lots on a page and just slightly altering things to fit - -like I did with this image. Lots of people do really wonderful things with it, but even if you don't want to learn those techniques, it is worth the $29.99 sale price.

Talk to mom about seeing her DS and than maybe a run for the store! ;)
For that price I would be willing to give in and pay since i have spent less than $20.00 so far this year and it's only been adhesive!

[PrincessNancy96]

Meant to say THANK YOU both for the info!!!
:thanks:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Who has it for $29.99? I want to send my DH out to get it.

[PrincessNancy96]

I'll do some searching! ;)

[123SA]

oops - -sorry -- I don't know if anyone has it at that price right now, but it does go on sale for that price. Custom crops has it on sale for $39.99. Will J's let you use a coupon for it?

[AlexWyattMommy]

:headache: No. I don't know anyone who will.

[123SA]

Group D -- I have 4 done, need to do the other set of 4. I found this sketch hard to work with. I am not sure why. It may be because I am trying to deal with my stash of paper. I also missed a few things in the sketch when I was inititally pulling papers etc - -I missed the little piece at the top and the other one at the bottom. I also find the small title places challenging.

I was pleased with the staples - -I don't have a good stapler, so I just used a peper piecer like I would with a brad.


http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-19.jpg

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/002-14.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

I like how you incorporated the staples into your embellishment. :thumbsup2 Good use of Ric Rac too.
It is a tiny title space. You did real good!

[123SA]

I like how you incorporated the staples into your embellishment. :thumbsup2 Good use of Ric Rac too.
It is a tiny title space. You did real good!

It's fake -- Plantin Schoolbook.

I may do the other one tonight.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rotfl2: I never would have guessed from the photo.

I'll be cheating and using the real thing on one of my layouts. Until I get DS, I'm not wasting paper trying to figure out the right size for a space.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Here is one of my Group E, the other one will not have all this bling.

http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/102_4935.jpg

[123SA]

Pretty! I suspect it will look even better in person - -the flash is bouncing off the bling.

[123SA]

Racking my brains for another one word title....

[ZeroToHero]

Those both look great! And Susan, I agree. That is a hard sketch. It's the one I've been stuck on for ages.... and I think we have a similar color scheme, haha.

Luckily I've had this past week to plan, so I think I can go home tonight and get these ones done.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:rolleyes1 There is a lot of bling. :rotfl2:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Racking my brains for another one word title....

Amazing
Fabulous
Perfect

what kind of theming or paper are you using?

[AlexWyattMommy]

I call dibs on "Star".

[123SA]

I call dibs on "Star".


Ha -- more dibs!

I was going to use Superstar for one of the grp C layouts, but I didn't like all of the stars overlapping. Star is a good title.

I have SEI paper pad -- Addison. I has blue,green, orange & brown. I wanted to use that. I will probably need to make two different color schemes. I guess a non-feminine title, or gender neutral topic would work best. Maybe explore or discover?

[123SA]

I think I'll go with HOME

[Mickeyteacher]

I'm working on this one next. I have all my supplies.
S :)

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Susan and AWM, great pages again!!!! There are some awesome pages coming out of this swap!!!!

I still have 2 groups to go, but my mind just isn't wrapping around them at the moment so I'm working on a different swap and will come back to these shortly.

[123SA]

:cool1: I am finished. The only group I am not in is F2 - -if anyone in that group needs or wants to give away, let me know. I will not mail until Monday most likely.

[123SA]

:rotfl2:Group D -- the ribbon on the tags is older than all of my children...DD is 10

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-20.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/002-15.jpg

[ZeroToHero]

Here's one from a while ago, and then the one that I finished tonight:

http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_3041.jpg

The stitches are real - I wanted to try stitching paper - it was fun!
The flourishes are all stuck down, except for the one on the white photomat.
http://i45.photobucket.com/albums/f86/faerietithe/Scrapbook%20and%20Swaps/100_3038.jpg

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Susan and ZTH, awesome pages!!!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am so glad I don't have to pick favorites in this swap. I have loved every single one of them. :love:

[AlexWyattMommy]

:cool1: I am finished. The only group I am not in is F2 - -if anyone in that group needs or wants to give away, let me know. I will not mail until Monday most likely.

I've already completed my F2, however, if you would like the spot, I can make a few more pages and use them as my hostess gift this time around. :thumbsup2
Anyone have a hankering for a Disney feeling layout? I have lots of cool scraps I can use.

[123SA]

I don't need the spot, but I like to be a helper. If it helps you to give away that spot, I'd be happy to do it.

Yes, I'd love a Disney themed page.

Great pages ZTH!

[AlexWyattMommy]

:) Cool, the spot is for you. 4 less layouts I need to make for the gifts. :)

[ZeroToHero]

Thank you! Your pages are great too Susan!

I laughed at the comment about the ribbon and your DD - the embroidery floss I used for my page is older than me!

[123SA]

Grp F2

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/001-21.jpg

[ZeroToHero]

Cute! I love it. :) Already know what photo I want to put there.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I love it too!!

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I love it too!!!

Yesterday, I worked on one of my 2 pages that I have left. My plan is to have these done this weekend.

[PinballFamily]

:earseek: :thumbsup2 :earseek:

Love it!

[morgansmom2000]

Kicking myself once *again* for not joining! Great swap, ladies!

[123SA]

Thanks! I'm looking forward to doing this swap again, but all disney!

[NemoMom07]

Kicking myself once *again* for not joining! Great swap, ladies!

Not trying to hijack the thread but the ABC completed pages I am going to put in an option with several sketches that can be used as an option as well as the usual requirements we have in completed pages.

[123SA]

Not trying to hijack the thread but the ABC completed pages I am going to put in an option with several sketches that can be used as an option as well as the usual requirements we have in completed pages.


Great! I am in for that one also. I'll want a sketch:thumbsup2

[AlexWyattMommy]

Not trying to hijack the thread but the ABC completed pages I am going to put in an option with several sketches that can be used as an option as well as the usual requirements we have in completed pages.

:teeth: Not hijacking. Imparting information. :thumbsup2


I like the sketches too. I will be all over that option.

[NemoMom07]

:teeth: Not hijacking. Imparting information. :thumbsup2


I like the sketches too. I will be all over that option.

I am hoping I can join in our your Disney sketch swap, at least a few of the groups. This pages have been great.

[123SA]

We went to the zoo today. I plan on using these photos on Stephanie's Group E: Wild page

http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/026.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/031-2.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/033.jpg
http://i245.photobucket.com/albums/gg72/susanbillings/028.jpg

[AlexWyattMommy]

That is the angriest zebra I have ever seen. :)

They are so stinkin' adorable. You are such a good mom. :cloud9:

[DisneyIsTerrific]

Susan, I love those pictures! What great animals you have!!!! Those photos will look great on that page!

[ZeroToHero]

Those are so cute!!!! I love them all - was it facepaint or airbrushing?

[123SA]

Thanks ladies! It was face paint.

[Arizona Rita]

Absolutely adorable!

[morgansmom2000]

So cute! Can't wait to see those pictures on the page.

[Mickeyteacher]

I have offically finished 7 out of my 10 groups. I'm going to finish up the last 3 over the next week or so and then work on the sport and more wap. I'm hoping to mail everything in the same package. That way I can save a little postage!
S :)

[123SA]

I mailed my box today.

[DisneyIsTerrific]

I'm finished! Here are my last 2 groups.

Group C2 - the black photo mats look really in your face, but when there's a photo on them, they look nice with the page.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/Sketch002.jpg

Group D2 - this page gave me more trouble than any of the others - I redid it 3 times and this is the one I'm happy with.
http://i152.photobucket.com/albums/s191/sadsadler/Swaps/Sketch004.jpg

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I can't wait to get these back. Nice work! I agree with you - -sketch D was hard:confused3