Sketch Swap Information Thread

[AlexWyattMommy]

Sign Ups July 24 to July 29 DUE DATE September 29


This is just the information thread. When I do the sign up thread, I will have three separate postings. Rules, sketches and groups. Please wait until all sections are posted before signing up. I will have the title say OPEN when ready.

This is the swap where I give you sketches and ideas you make them come true. It takes less time than other swaps because the hard part, figuring out where everything goes, is already done for you.

This time things are a little different. I am giving you more liberty with the sketches. I have tried to highlight the rules that are different to help the ones who have done these before. I am also letting you choice your sketches and there can be repeats of it in the same group.

I also picked sketches from two different blog/websites that give us permission to use them. One blog has the sketches where they are printable with the measurements along with examples. The other blog has lots of examples. This will help you see where and how you can customize the sketch.

I will open more groups as needed and all groups with two or more will stay open.

Here are the Rules:


-You are allowed to rotate the sketch/map in any direction you want.
-Some of the sketches may seem very simple. I am giving you the liberty to embellish extra or add extra layers. It should resemble the sketch in number, size and placement of photos along with the journaling being in the same general area. Most sketches have examples of them being used on blogs/websites.
-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 you to “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. Use your judgment on what looks best.
-You must add a mat layer to the photo placements if there is not one already on the sketch. This is different than other swaps I have done for sketches. The mat should be 1/8” larger than the photo size specified.
-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. Bulky and dimensional embellishments are encouraged.
-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 if the title is not specified – 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. Shorter words work best. :)
websites with title ideas: http://www.scrapbook.com/titles.php http://www.allcrafts.net/fjs.htm?url=www.idreamofscrapping.com/Titles_Main_Frame.htm
-You will not have to tell me your title selection. It will be okay if we have some with the same title. The chances of the same title using the same paper and embellishments is pretty slim. If sign up for a particular title, please do use that one.
-If the sketch has a date/event/place or anything more than a title, leave that area blank. These can be added by the members after they receive the pages.
-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!

Sketches
These are from http://www.sketchsupport.com/ Please use the blog to find the measurements for the layers and examples for most of the sketches being used. Permission is granted from the website if we do this in that manner. Sketch numbers are her numbers, letters are mine.
Two Pages
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h-bZaxnBxOk/ThotPjPGtzI/AAAAAAAACJU/VKC3yIFwrP0/s1600/two-page%2528JULY%2529.jpg Sketch #17SA
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-5jHEJamtgjg/Td9A3n95cTI/AAAAAAAAB2U/-O4-r1Zj6Qw/s1600/two-page%2528MAY%2529NSD.jpg Sketch #15SA
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/SS%20-%20January%202011/4two-pageJANcopy-1.jpg Sketch #7SA
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/sketch-1.jpgSketch #6SA
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/11-10SW-1.jpgSketch #4SA

Single Page Sketches
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-cwiX3-TFK3Y/TdnZRhoy46I/AAAAAAAAB0I/-y4AqcMUcRU/s1600/one-pageMAY.jpg Sketch #9SB
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/one-pageaprilcopy.jpg Sketch #5SB

http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/one-pagemarch.jpgSketch #4SB
http://i157.photobucket.com/albums/t62/alidavis19/CTcall1PAGE-2.jpgSketch #1SB

The following are from sketchsavvy.blogspot.com. These sketches also have examples of their use on the website. Sketch numbers are hers, letters are mine. I love this blog, she does Disney photos in completely non-Disney colors.

Two Pages
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-l8eLhDSdX7I/TdGFUnTDbAI/AAAAAAAAJEA/T791OMXfnBo/s400/2pg-Sketch-%252312-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #12SC

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/TKu41tbz3JI/AAAAAAAAHjU/JgaSRNxfzao/s400/2pg-Sketch-%2310-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #10SC

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/TIfavapsaJI/AAAAAAAAHVA/6nhPhD_Zw38/s400/2pg-Sketch-%239-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #9SC
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/S9oOiTmzJyI/AAAAAAAAGYc/fTXFrCSM9XE/s400/2-page-sketch-%236-sketchsavv.jpg Sketch #6SC

One Page Sketches
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-nIBtiUMKEkg/TfOQIRVMsGI/AAAAAAAAJNU/GTC-wx0Hx00/s400/%252359-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #59SD
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-OXpk3KWIxlA/Tc6091DawqI/AAAAAAAAJDw/REpOTOoNk5c/s400/%252358-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #58SD
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rglemUi8zec/TZygzTl67lI/AAAAAAAAIzg/RRmcQZE27Zg/s400/%252356-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #56SD
http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-UW740p7ae1A/TXfGaDXUb6I/AAAAAAAAIqY/8021THtIa9I/s400/%252354-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #54SD
http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/TObwDUU-STI/AAAAAAAAH3o/I2AveGJby2U/s320/%252350-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #50SD
http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/TLyEbCgoyNI/AAAAAAAAHnw/TvuGTGFxV2w/s400/%2347-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #47SD strips are 1x2 inches with 1/2" spacing from top and side, 1/4" between strips
http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zC_nJMgQb2Q/TLx1FrR4HYI/AAAAAAAAHnY/IWzu7pQXVP4/s400/%2346-12x12-SketchSavvy.jpg Sketch #46 SD



Signing up for the groups – pick your group, pick a sketch, title or subject if applicable and tell me. ie – Group 1, Sketch #6SA, Fab 5 all

2 Page Groups
Group 1 – Fab Five – all or pick a character
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 2 – Princesses – general or pick a character
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 3 – Parks – your title does not need to be the park name but it should be obvious that is for that park
1. Magic Kingdom
2. Epcot
3. DHS
4. Animal Kingdom

Group 4 – Disney Colors – black, red, yellow, white –any or all
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 5 – Everyday
1. Smile
2. Dream
3. Believe
4. Happy

Group 6 – Birthday
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 7 – Colors
1. Blue
2. Green
3. Brown
4. Beige or Tan

Group 8 – Colors
1. Pink
2. Purple
3. Red
4. Orange or Yellow

Group 10 – Seasons
1. Spring
2. Summer
3. Fall
4. Winter

Group 11 - Holidays
1. Easter
2. Christmas
3. Halloween
4. Thanksgiving

Group 12 - Girls
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 13 - Boys
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 14 - School [general not grade specific]
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 15 - Cats
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 16 - Dogs
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group 17 - Sunny Days
1. Zoo
2. Beach
3. Pool
3. Park/Playground

Single Page Groups
Group A – Fab Five – all or pick a character
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group B – Princesses – general or pick a character
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group C – Parks – your title does not need to be the park name but it should be obvious that is for that park
1. Magic Kingdom
2. Epcot
3. DHS
4. Animal Kingdom

Group D – Disney Colors – black, red, yellow, white –any or all
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group E – Everyday
1. Smile
2. Dream
3. Believe
4. Happy

Group F – Birthday
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group G – Colors
1. Blue
2. Green
3. Brown
4. Beige or Tan

Group H – Colors
1. Pink
2. Purple
3. Red
4. Orange or Yellow

Group I – Seasons
1. Spring
2. Summer
3. Fall
4. Winter

Group J - Holidays
1. Easter
2. Christmas
3. Halloween
4. Thanksgiving

Group K - Girls
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group L - Boys
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group M - School [not grade specific]
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group N - Cats
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group O - Dogs
1.
2.
3.
4.

Group P -.Sunny Days
1. Zoo
2. Beach
3. Pool
3. Park/Playground

Sketch #47SD -Everyday - I love this sketch, but it has lots of work with those little pieces.
1.
2.
3.
4.

Sketch #47SD -Disney Colors- I love this sketch, but it has lots of work with those little pieces.
1.
2.
3.
4.

ETA: I have no affiliation with any of the websites I listed. I apologize if any of them have links to places with items for sale. I did not click on the available links on those websites.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am heading out to IKEA now, but will be back after lunch to answer questions.

Yes - if you have sketches you would like and we have permission to use them - I am always happy to add more.

Yes - I can add different groups if you have suggestions.

[wdwmickey]

I love the sketches :) So excited to play!!!

[disney-akj]

Wow! Love the sketches, so now I am attempted to join. (Sorry so many questions)


Questions- On the sketches can we change the embellishment shape up (use a circle instead of a heart)?

Do we specify the sketch we want to do when we sign up so there are different sketches in each group?

Can we turn a one page sketch into a two page sketch when we sign up? (For exxample I love #4SB, but generally do two page layouts)

When do sign ups open?

Why won't they build an IKEA close to me? :rolleyes1


Group ideas- Maybe a Holiday category (Easter, Christmas, Halloween, and Fourth of July or Thanksgiving??) Maybe a girl group? A boy group?

[PrincessNancy96]

I'll be an angel.... (call on me anytime... like at the end when you need fill ins... that I would consider being an angel to take a spot ~ DH said that was okay! LOL)....


Although I am printing these LOs to add to my growing sketches... I need some more 2 page ones....

I also need to book the blogs...

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Wow Ann!!!!! I love these sketches! I picked out 47SD when going through as a sketch I would want to do...so happy you made a group just for that! How will that group work...subject-wise? These are so great!

[wdwmickey]

I have a quick question. After looking at the sketches again I see that several of them have "stitching" on them...I couldn't sew my way out of a paper bag :rotfl2: so may I draw on the stitches with a marker or use ribbon instead; or buttons or bling? Or maybe I "need" to purchase the new stitching thing for scrapbooking?

[PrincessNancy96]

I have a quick question. After looking at the sketches again I see that several of them have "stitching" on them...I couldn't sew my way out of a paper bag :rotfl2: so may I draw on the stitches with a marker or use ribbon instead?

I'd be stuck in the bag with you!!! :)
I went to the first sketch blog you noted and printed them out for my own books.. (Annie, you were holding out on me, you should have shared this blog a while ago!!!)

[disney-akj]

I have a quick question. After looking at the sketches again I see that several of them have "stitching" on them...I couldn't sew my way out of a paper bag :rotfl2: so may I draw on the stitches with a marker or use ribbon instead; or buttons or bling? Or maybe I "need" to purchase the new stitching thing for scrapbooking?



Not to be an enabler, but these boards are full of them so....... have you tried the We R Memory Keepers - Sew Easy. It is awesome and has exchangable heads for different stitches! Just saying :rotfl:

[morgansmom2000]

Urgh, I loved this swap last year...I haven't used ONE layout though...If I can get my behind in gear and use some, I may have to join.

Cheryl, last time we did some pen stitching. I think you need to learn how to use a sewing machine :) There's always those templates that I think Bazzill makes though!

[wdwmickey]

Not to be an enabler, but these boards are full of them so....... have you tried the We R Memory Keepers - Sew Easy. It is awesome and has exchangable heads for different stitches! Just saying :rotfl:

I've actually been looking for an excuse to buy that ;)

[AlexWyattMommy]

Wow! Love the sketches, so now I am attempted to join. (Sorry so many questions)


Questions- On the sketches can we change the embellishment shape up (use a circle instead of a heart)?
Yes the sketch is showing you where and proportions, shapes and what are up to you.

Do we specify the sketch we want to do when we sign up so there are different sketches in each group?
Yes though you can change your mind afterwards.

Can we turn a one page sketch into a two page sketch when we sign up? (For exxample I love #4SB, but generally do two page layouts)
Yes as long as it flows nicely, go for it.

When do sign ups open? 24th

Why won't they build an IKEA close to me? :rolleyes1
I don't know. Lol

Group ideas- Maybe a Holiday category (Easter, Christmas, Halloween, and Fourth of July or Thanksgiving??) Maybe a girl group? A boy group?

I like the groups, will add when home. On droid right now. Answers above.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I have a quick question. After looking at the sketches again I see that several of them have "stitching" on them...I couldn't sew my way out of a paper bag :rotfl2: so may I draw on the stitches with a marker or use ribbon instead; or buttons or bling? Or maybe I "need" to purchase the new stitching thing for scrapbooking?

I used rub on stitching on a layout and I have used those embossing pens. I did buy the bazzill stuff but have not really used it.

We use stitching or rick rack ribbon or even gemstone there. Skies are the limit. If it looks good, go for it.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I just found those blogs this week. Aren't they great. When I first did these, the pickins were slim. I used the layout a few months ago at a crop and got thirty pages done in five hours. It was great.

This is a good swap for newbies too.

Will up date with groups and change color on quoted answers when I get home.

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

What sort of titles are you looking for in the color groups? I know they can't be too specific. Like for instance...if you choose pink, is "Flowers" or something related to flowers ok? Or is that too specific?

[AlexWyattMommy]

I'm not sure. It seems a little too specific for a general or color group. Flowers would work for Spring though. So I guess it depends upon what group you are doing the color pink for that will determine if the title will work.

I will try to work on a list of general and short titles this week.

ETA -It was easier to give you links to two websites that list some great titles by themes. All I ask is that you try to pick titles that could be used for a variety of subjects if you are doing a general layout. "It's a girl thing" works great for the all girl groups but might not be wanted in the color group. "Giggle" "Best Friends" "Great Day" are ones that could work for the color groups.

[disney-akj]

Would someone be my sign-up buddy???!! I will not be by a computer all day on the 24th !!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

I'm not sure. It seems a little too specific for a general or color group. Flowers would work for Spring though. So I guess it depends upon what group you are doing the color pink for that will determine if the title will work.

I will try to work on a list of general and short titles this week.

OK...thanks! A list of titles would be great! I am having trouble thinking of titles that coordinate with a precific color. I am probably looking too far into it and it is a simple thing. So, suggestions would help a lot! Thanks for the help!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Oh...also wanted to ask...what time will sign-ups open? I will be out most of that day, but around early am and then later in the evening.

[AlexWyattMommy]

The titles were difficult for me too. It is hard to think of something generic enough that everyone could use and still be clever or cute.

I will be opening them up at 8am. I will be posting the thread sooner, but not opening it until after I get everything set up with my different posts.

[PrincessNancy96]

Would someone be my sign-up buddy???!! I will not be by a computer all day on the 24th !!

I can be your sign up buddy.... :)


Annie ~ I've already put sketch 17SA into use w/ a soccer ball for my big "star".... I need to make little stars and some smaller soccer balls for the "string" of embellies across the two pages and cut my title tomorrow morning! B says thanks for the cool LO to his soccer highlight page! My title is "Our Soccer Star"

[disney-akj]

I can be your sign up buddy.... :)


Annie ~ I've already put sketch 17SA into use w/ a soccer ball for my big "star".... I need to make little stars and some smaller soccer balls for the "string" of embellies across the two pages and cut my title tomorrow morning! B says thanks for the cool LO to his soccer highlight page! My title is "Our Soccer Star"

Thank you so much! I will send you a PM

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am so excited that the sketches are agreeable. I had a hard time paring down the selection. I can't wait to see your page Nan.

[BernardandMissBianca]

I have a quick question. After looking at the sketches again I see that several of them have "stitching" on them...I couldn't sew my way out of a paper bag :rotfl2: so may I draw on the stitches with a marker or use ribbon instead; or buttons or bling? Or maybe I "need" to purchase the new stitching thing for scrapbooking?

OH I can't find it but I know I saw where someone used a rotary tool, rolled it on an ink pad and "drew" the stitches on the page.
Argh, I wish I could find it.


OMG Ann!!! These sketches are great!! The Star 2 page could soooo be turned into Mickey heads!!! I want that for group 4!!!!!

Hmmm, can I do this without falling off the Ban wagon.........:rolleyes1

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Question...does Daisy count for the Fab 5 group? I know sometimes it seems to be Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Pluto and other times Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald and Daisy. So, wanted to see if Daisy was ok to do?

Thanks!

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann, I LOVE every single sketch! Great job pulling all of this together. I bet it's a lot of work to look up and consider each sketch. I'm planning on joining some groups...the generic titles are the hard part for me. I need to figure out what I could do.

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann, What about adding a school themed group? And a pet group?

[BernardandMissBianca]

OMG!!! you guys have got to go to the first site and see the examples for this sketch:

http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-h-bZaxnBxOk/ThotPjPGtzI/AAAAAAAACJU/VKC3yIFwrP0/s1600/two-page%2528JULY%2529.jpg


Great great great ideas!!!!

[PrincessNancy96]

I did yesterday.. I need to look at it more today.. check you text...

[BernardandMissBianca]

waiting, don't see anything yet

[AlexWyattMommy]

Mickey heads would be awesome for the Star sketch.

Daisy works for me. I don't think I have any photos of her, but that could be put on my to-do list for next June.

It is so great having examples to look at and seeing how much liberty you can take and it still resemble the sketch.

On Sketch #47SD, the sketch does not have the lines going through the rectangles on it. Just because some of the examples do, you do not have to do that part. I am working on a sample now.

I loved most of the sketches on both blog/websites. The only ones I didn't care for were the ones with over sized photos and way too many photos on one layout. It was hard to choose.

I will add the new groups, thank you for the suggestions.

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

I was wondering if we could do a zoo or beach group? Maybe even somehow combining them with something else? Don't know how that would work, but thinking out loud!! LOL

[AlexWyattMommy]

I could do a group that has beach, zoo, park/playground and what else? Picnic, pool?

[PrincessNancy96]

Annie, you are making this hard to stay out.. but I will be sitting on my hands and only helping my sign up buddy.... Bless your heart... you are killin' me!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Well, if I'm gonna come back the right way, it should be in a whirl wind, right?

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

I could do a group that has beach, zoo, park/playground and what else? Picnic, pool?

sounds great!!!!

[BernardandMissBianca]

Well, if I'm gonna come back the right way, it should be in a whirl wind, right?

Go big or go home!!!!!!!! :rotfl2:

[morgansmom2000]

I could do a group that has beach, zoo, park/playground and what else? Picnic, pool?

You're killing me too :scared1:

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann I'm so glad you are back!:flower3: Seriously, so so glad!

You are making it really hard on me by adding more new groups that I MUST join. My list is huge. Good thing I am swap free and can devote my attention to just this.

[morgansmom2000]

Did I miss the due date on this?

[wdwmickey]

Okay my list is huge!!!! I love all of the sketches and the ideas on the websites :)

Rachel thinks she wants to play too--she has never done a page swap, but, she has made pages in the surprise swap. Would it be alright with everyone if she played too?

[wdwmickey]

Did I miss the due date on this?

I was just going to ask the same question ;)

ETA--according to the calendar the due date is 9/29

[morgansmom2000]

I was just going to ask the same question ;)

ETA--according to the calendar the due date is 9/29

I found it too ;)

[AlexWyattMommy]

Sorry, it is on the calendar and I forgot to put it here.

It is September 29.

Sign ups are July 24-29. This gives 2 months to work on them. It really shouldn't take that long, especially if you use the ones with the measurements given. And since this swap is giving us lots of leeway, it doesn't matter if it is exact or not. :)

[AlexWyattMommy]

Okay my list is huge!!!! I love all of the sketches and the ideas on the websites :)

Rachel thinks she wants to play too--she has never done a page swap, but, she has made pages in the surprise swap. Would it be alright with everyone if she played too?

Of course she can play. I have seen her work. :) I would be happy to have any of her pages.

[BernardandMissBianca]

OK now that I've wasted the entire day looking at sketches...........:rolleyes1
DH isn't to thrilled with me right now. LOL

I'm trying to decide if I want that one group, or if I should just go ahead and make my own page. UGH!!!!

For now Ann, you can put me down as an angel.

[AlexWyattMommy]

:thumbsup2 Anything to help a sister stay away from the laundry.


I did sketch #47SD. I did it exactly to sketch and then took some liberties. I am waiting for the internet to come back. I still don't have it. My poor little Droid is working overtime.

[123SA]

Wow! These are great sketches! I may have to come out of retirement for this:thumbsup2

[AlexWyattMommy]

Wow! These are great sketches! I may have to come out of retirement for this:thumbsup2

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

[morgansmom2000]

Wow! These are great sketches! I may have to come out of retirement for this:thumbsup2

:woohoo::woohoo::woohoo:

My sentiments exactly!

Shoot, if Susan's playing, I may *have* to join!

Thinking about it...

[PrincessNancy96]

I spoke with Annie today and she asked me to share my takes on 2 of the sketches.

Here is Sketch #17SA
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t24/PrincessNancy96/dscn2248.jpg

Here is Sketch #15SA
http://i156.photobucket.com/albums/t24/PrincessNancy96/dscn2247.jpg

[disney-akj]

Nice job Nancy!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thank you so much for posting these!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Here is Sketch #47SD done exactly to sketch. [ignore the wonky ribbon, that stuff will not hold adhesive and it moved on me while stapling it]
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/_IGP9238-1.jpg
Here is the same sketch with some liberties taken.
http://i136.photobucket.com/albums/q179/alexwyattmommy/_IGP9239-1.jpg

The background is that gemstone cardstock. Adhesive does not like this stuff either. I am going to buy some real Bazzill Bling for your pages. There are three layers of paper under the sparkle fiber, an extra sparkle layer on the mickey head and some epoxy mickey heads added to the embellishments along with the added "stitching" over the strips. I used the wheel of a motorcycle meant for the 8" GI Joe dolls, uh, action figures.

[123SA]

Oohhhh....lovely pages ladies. I am going to start looking this over in earnest.

[PrincessNancy96]

LOL! Who knew that drywall tape and GI "action figures" spare parts (take that as you want it) would come in handy for scrapbooking!!!

Love the LO.. Wasn't sure on that one...but I like how it turned out!!!
Ok, off to work on another set...

[123SA]

I'm going to need a sign up buddy ... swim meet at the crack of dawn

[PrincessNancy96]

Susan, I can help you.. Just send me a list!

[morgansmom2000]

Nice work, ladies. I love the Mickey ones, Ann!

[123SA]

Susan, I can help you.. Just send me a list!

:hug:Thanks. I'll start working on it.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Thanks. It is the first time I've used my huge pile of scraps in a long time. Most of the examples looked like they had all different pieces, but I like the repeat of patterns in mine. I am so weird like that.

I am so excited for this swap. Everyone who has shown interest makes awesome swap items. I think we will be seeing some great pages.

[mycutiepatooties]

Wow! These are great sketches! I may have to come out of retirement for this:thumbsup2

I would be overjoyed!!!!!!!!!!:cool1:

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

I would be overjoyed!!!!!!!!!!:cool1:

Me too!!!! I've been wondering where you were Susan!!!

[mommy2mrb]

love the sketches!!!

I have never done anything like this, so it looks a bit intiminating to me....will take a good look at the sites and let you know if I will be able to join or not!

[wdwmickey]

love the sketches!!!

I have never done anything like this, so it looks a bit intiminating to me....will take a good look at the sites and let you know if I will be able to join or not!

Lisa--that's how I felt the first time I did a sketch swap. After you figure out the measurements and your paper/embellies the pages go really quick :thumbsup2

I really love the pages on the first site where the Disney pages are made with non-traditional paper/colors. I think I might try that for a few of my layouts in my cruise album.

[PrincessNancy96]

love the sketches!!!

I have never done anything like this, so it looks a bit intiminating to me....will take a good look at the sites and let you know if I will be able to join or not!

Lisa, I'm sitting out unless an angel is needed because of back to school... but I'm willing to be your go to girl and help in any way if you decide to join..

Like Cheryl said it is really easy... it's just deciding on the color combo and the title (titles are the worst for me)

[mommy2mrb]

I am going to sit this one out...between finishing up my other swaps and making a MAW album for my friends I don't want to overextend my self for the rest of the summer!

will be peeking in on what everyone creates though and might try my hand at some of the sketches for my albums done the road!

[AlexWyattMommy]

We will miss you. :sad1:

[123SA]

I've made my list - -the scaled back version is 9 groups:scared1: Thanks very much Nancy for being my sign up buddy. Ann -- I can fill in groups if you need it when you close this up.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I've made my list - -the scaled back version is 9 groups:scared1: Thanks very much Nancy for being my sign up buddy. Ann -- I can fill in groups if you need it when you close this up.

Thank you!!

So glad to see you playing.

[PrincessNancy96]

I've got my sign up buddies list ready to go, my alarm clock on my phone set...

[hiclarke]

I may give this one a try. However, I have never done a sketch swap so you will have to excuse me if I have to ask a lot of questions. There are some great sketches that I am going to scraplift for my regular scrapbooking!

Hanne

[AlexWyattMommy]

I may give this one a try. However, I have never done a sketch swap so you will have to excuse me if I have to ask a lot of questions. There are some great sketches that I am going to scraplift for my regular scrapbooking!

Hanne

Questions are good. :)

Looking forward to having you play.

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann, What time are sign ups on Sunday? Gotta see if I need a sign up buddy since we'll be at church in the morning. Thanks!

[mycutiepatooties]

Questions about titles for ya Ann:

Would this work or do you prefer a more generic one?

Group 12 Girls:
(song title by popular girl artist Katie Perry. The song is about self esteem and self worth in case your boys don't listen to this music.)
Baby You're a Firework

I could use red, white, blue theme to make it more useable for a July 4th holiday layout.

[mycutiepatooties]

Another question:

for the color groups--do we need to use all the same color but just a mix of patterns and cardstock? Entire layout is yellow for example? What about the title and embellishments--can those be a contrasting color? Trying to picture this in my head.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Ann, What time are sign ups on Sunday? Gotta see if I need a sign up buddy since we'll be at church in the morning. Thanks!

Fixing the thread at 7:45 and opening the sign ups at 8am.

Questions about titles for ya Ann:

Would this work or do you prefer a more generic one?

Group 12 Girls:
(song title by popular girl artist Katie Perry. The song is about self esteem and self worth in case your boys don't listen to this music.)
Baby You're a Firework

I could use red, white, blue theme to make it more useable for a July 4th holiday layout.

This group is for girls. You should use whatever colors work for your idea. I think perhaps the chorus or a few lines from the song could be incorporated somehow into your layout. I think that would be pretty awesome.

Another question:

for the color groups--do we need to use all the same color but just a mix of patterns and cardstock? Entire layout is yellow for example? What about the title and embellishments--can those be a contrasting color? Trying to picture this in my head.

As long as you can tell the main color is a yellow, any other accent or contrasting color is good. Patterns or solids, anything goes. If I picked brown, I would probably use a blue as the accent since lots of patterns have those two colors together.

[mycutiepatooties]

Thanks Ann!

[PrincessNancy96]

MCPT ~ if you need a sign up buddy shoot me a pm of your list..

Annie is making me get up early! LOL

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann, Can't you see sketch 17SA with a big hamster ball where the star is and little paw prints running across the page where the string of stars are? :goodvibes

[AlexWyattMommy]

That is because I need to know your sunshine face is here with me that early. :sunny:

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Questions about titles for ya Ann:

Would this work or do you prefer a more generic one?

Group 12 Girls:
(song title by popular girl artist Katie Perry. The song is about self esteem and self worth in case your boys don't listen to this music.)
Baby You're a Firework

I could use red, white, blue theme to make it more useable for a July 4th holiday layout.

I love this idea for girls!!! There are several songs I think about that would contribute to great layouts. A big one I would love to use someday...I Hope You Dance...girls don't even have to be dancers. It's just the meaning behind it that's amazing! Hmmmm.....maybe a bit of a theme in the pages?

[morgansmom2000]

I love this idea for girls!!! There are several songs I think about that would contribute to great layouts. A big one I would love to use someday...I Hope You Dance...girls don't even have to be dancers. It's just the meaning behind it that's amazing! Hmmmm.....maybe a bit of a theme in the pages?

Rezzum Frezzum...I'll neeeeed to join now!

[PrincessNancy96]

That is because I need to know your sunshine face is here with me that early. :sunny:

I will be here with bells on and a happy face! :):rotfl2:

[AlexWyattMommy]

Ann, Can't you see sketch 17SA with a big hamster ball where the star is and little paw prints running across the page where the string of stars are? :goodvibes

::yes:: Yes I can.

Are you going to make one? I would love to see it.

[PrincessNancy96]

OK, now.. listen girls.. I was going to behave.. but with these song themes...
both are very dear to my heart w/ PJ graduating this year... if you both do them..
I will join and do the song "I love you this much" It's a new artist on the country scene..

I could even do it for a boys too....


hmmmm.....

ETA: thinkin' outloud... don't want to get myself in trouble.. so if you need me Annie, I'll angel!!!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Rezzum Frezzum...I'll neeeeed to join now!

LOL Don't mean to be an enabler!!! :lmao:

[AlexWyattMommy]

I think where ever there is "free" space on a layout could accommodate some song lyrics or ever as a "layer" if done to fill the space. And you already have your title. :)

I love the "Hope you dance" song. I will have to go google the other one. :) I am hopelessly behind in my current music category.

[morgansmom2000]

LOL Don't mean to be an enabler!!! :lmao:

Turnaround is fair play...

[PrincessNancy96]

Heck Annie, you could do F-150 by Levi if you wanted too!!! LOL

I should do that for PJ.. don't let me forget.. it's your responsiblity to remind me!! She drives her F-150 so it would be perfect! I even have a photo of Levi signing it at the school!

[mycutiepatooties]

Another title question Ann...sorry to be bugging you. I'm trying to plan which sketch I'll use and I need to get my head around what I'll make to do this.

For Group 16 Dogs:

Would this be too specific?

"Nicknames For You" using sketch #59SD expanded to a 2 pg layout and then journal on the tags about the doggie nicknames and how those came to be. Don't you think everyone has a nickname for their pets? I know we have several for Bentley and Snickerdoodle. Might just be me though...I tend to be a spoiler.:lovestruc

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

OK, now.. listen girls.. I was going to behave.. but with these song themes...
both are very dear to my heart w/ PJ graduating this year... if you both do them..
I will join and do the song "I love you this much" It's a new artist on the country scene..

I could even do it for a boys too....


hmmmm.....

Awww....that could definitely be a gender neutral song! I love it! One more great song would make it 4!! I think that is looking like a great set of pages! Now, what are the chances that we can all actually get in the same group together?

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Another title question Ann...sorry to be bugging you. I'm trying to plan which sketch I'll use and I need to get my head around what I'll make to do this.

For Group 16 Dogs:

Would this be too specific?

"Nicknames For You" using sketch #59SD expanded to a 2 pg layout and then journal on the tags about the doggie nicknames and how those came to be. Don't you think everyone has a nickname for their pets? I know we have several for Bentley and Snickerdoodle. Might just be me though...I tend to be a spoiler.:lovestruc

Oh My Goodness!!! You would not believe how many nicknames we have for the dogs...I especially have tons for my (not so little anymore) baby boy!! Did I mention he is already up to just about 50 pounds??!! Ugh! Growing soooo fast! Only 6 months old! Sorry for the distraction!!!!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Turnaround is fair play...

Haha!! So true! You did get me with that Pack Your Bags cart....so, even now? (Til the next weak moment)

[mycutiepatooties]

I've always wanted to do a layout with the song from Trace Adkins as the title: You're Gonna Miss This. Could be for a variety of pictures.

You're gonna miss this
You're gonna want this back
You're gonna wish
These days hadn't gone by so fast.
These are some good times
So take a good look around
You may not know it now...
But you're gonna miss this

[PrincessNancy96]

Awww....that could definitely be a gender neutral song! I love it! One more great song would make it 4!! I think that is looking like a great set of pages! Now, what are the chances that we can all actually get in the same group together?

Well, I may do it on the side and make some extras down the road and could send to you.. as I looked at the due date and schedule that is right in the midst of XC conference, sectionals and regionals... and soccer conference, sectionals and regionals.. plus DS10 is playing travel soccer... so I hate to commit and than get nailed w/ my kids all advancing..

[PrincessNancy96]

I've always wanted to do a layout with the song from Trace Adkins as the title: You're Gonna Miss This. Could be for a variety of pictures.

You're gonna miss this
You're gonna want this back
You're gonna wish
These days hadn't gone by so fast.
These are some good times
So take a good look around
You may not know it now...
But you're gonna miss this

I'm doing this for her Senior book and adding photos from her life..and the last one will be in her cap and gown...
I'm also putting this in the last few lines of her senior ad from her dad and I..

[mycutiepatooties]

I'm doing this for her Senior book and adding photos from her life..and the last one will be in her cap and gown...
I'm also putting this in the last few lines of her senior ad from her dad and I..

AAAWWW! I'd need a box of tissues when making that layout! Sounds great.

[mommy2mrb]

I am going to test the waters....spent the last hour looking over the different sketches.....I'm IN :banana:

going to start with just two groups....everyday and girls! and sketch 6 looks like the easiest to me to start with....don't want to overwhelm myself!


Question - for everyday....do we make a title using just those words or do we make the title based on those words????


also, I will need a sign up buddy....5am is pretty early for me...

[PrincessNancy96]

Me too Traci!!

I just thought as I posted.. I could do this on a poster too.. 3-fold and put song in the middle and surround it w/ her photos from birth - senior year..

Ok, back to regularly scheduled swap discussion before Annie beats me!!
Thanks Annie for the inspirational push!!!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

Well, I may do it on the side and make some extras down the road and could send to you.. as I looked at the due date and schedule that is right in the midst of XC conference, sectionals and regionals... and soccer conference, sectionals and regionals.. plus DS10 is playing travel soccer... so I hate to commit and than get nailed w/ my kids all advancing..

Whew!!! That made me tired just reading that!!! Well, if you decide to do it, I WANT to see it! August through October is our slow time...so this is perfect timing for me. DD is playing field hockey, but only has games one or two days a week. That's the only thing going then. (Other than DS's wrestling conditioning...but he uses school transportation so I don't even have to do that!)

[mycutiepatooties]

I love this idea for girls!!! There are several songs I think about that would contribute to great layouts. A big one I would love to use someday...I Hope You Dance...girls don't even have to be dancers. It's just the meaning behind it that's amazing! Hmmmm.....maybe a bit of a theme in the pages?

I have always wanted to do a layout based on these lyrics! I bought the song on a special CD with that song alone--it's in DD's Time Capsule where we save special things for her. Makes me cry happy tears!

[mycutiepatooties]

Welcome Lisa!!!!

Nan, I love the tri-fold idea for her poster!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

I have always wanted to do a layout based on these lyrics! I bought the song on a special CD with that song alone--it's in DD's Time Capsule where we save special things for her. Makes me cry happy tears!

Me too!!! I tear up every time I hear it. They played it at DD's Kindergarten moving up day as the slide show background. I remember then thinking....This is going to go fast...well it has. Going to Junior High! She just was in Kindergarten YESTERDAY!!!!!!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

YAY Lisa!!!!

[AlexWyattMommy]

It is a great song, you're gonna miss this. Every time I hear the last part, I tear up. I am soo gonna miss the running around and getting into everything when they grow up.

I love the idea you have for the senior poster Nan.


With everyday, you can choice whatever generic title you like - giggle, happy day, fun day, smile, etc.

I love the nickname idea for the dogs. All our animals have more than one nickname. LOL

[mycutiepatooties]

Lisa, I can be your sign up buddy. I leave for church at 9:10am but sign ups start at 8:00 and I'll be here and can get our requests in.

[AlexWyattMommy]

I am so glad you are going to play Lisa!

[mommy2mrb]

Lisa, I can be your sign up buddy. I leave for church at 9:10am but sign ups start at 8:00 and I'll be here and can get our requests in.

Thanks Traci....will PM you my picks!

[mommy2mrb]

I am so glad you are going to play Lisa!

so my question about title on Everyday group....specific or just based on the words???

[AlexWyattMommy]

With everyday, you can choose whatever generic title you like - giggle, happy day, fun day, smile, etc.

Unless you are using a song lyric and then you can use the title of the song as the title of the layout.

[mycutiepatooties]

Ann, Can't you see sketch 17SA with a big hamster ball where the star is and little paw prints running across the page where the string of stars are? :goodvibes

Maybe, I'll make one for me and one for you as your hostess gift??? Would you use it? If so, 12x12?

OOH...just thought of that. Are these layouts all 12x12 for the sketches? I'll have to go back and re-read the first post. I was assuming they were but I might be wrong.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Yes, all 12x12. I know some people do scrap 8x8, but I didn't look for sketches for that size.

Oh and yes I would use a layout for the hammies. I have not taken a photo of them in their little hamster balls yet, but I sure would take some.

[AlexWyattMommy]

How is SnickerDoodle? CowGirl still doesn't have any big girl tuffs. We think she may actually be a short hair instead of long hair.

[mommy2mrb]

With everyday, you can choose whatever generic title you like - giggle, happy day, fun day, smile, etc.

Unless you are using a song lyric and then you can use the title of the song as the title of the layout.

okay, haven't decided what my title will be just yet for everyday...just looked through my paper I have enough for both groups without having to buy any paper :cool1:

[AlexWyattMommy]

I think I helped Nan be able to do that too. :D

[wdwmickey]

Ladies--you're "killin' me" with the song quotes! I was trying to whittle my groups down, not add more ;)

[morgansmom2000]

As much as I'm going to regret it (and will be kicking myself in the tushie here), I am going to sit this one out. I look forward to seeing the slide show and everyone's awesome work, though!

[LOVEMY3KIDDOS]

As much as I'm going to regret it (and will be kicking myself in the tushie here), I am going to sit this one out. I look forward to seeing the slide show and everyone's awesome work, though!

What???? You are supposed to do that girl group!!! :sad1:

[mycutiepatooties]

As much as I'm going to regret it (and will be kicking myself in the tushie here), I am going to sit this one out. I look forward to seeing the slide show and everyone's awesome work, though!

WAAAAAAAAH!:sad1:

[mycutiepatooties]

How is SnickerDoodle? CowGirl still doesn't have any big girl tuffs. We think she may actually be a short hair instead of long hair.

Hmmm, that's interesting. Maybe she'll get her tuffs a little late--she'll be a late bloomer hammy teenager.:) Jessa and I were looking at Snick this morning and Jessa was calling them "tusks" and I had to explain to her...so cute. :laughing: Snickerdoodle has really become quite daring in the last week. The minute her lid comes off she goes to a high spot and stands up. She is up there level with the top of the bin so we are all freaking out thinking she's gonna escape. We had to remove the clear dome on her Cinderella castle because it made her really tall when she stood on that--she actually jumps up too and then falls into the fluff!!! I am scared she'll hurt herself. With the clear dome off she can't get up quite as high but we sure do have the lid handy and we are all pretty tense and on high alert to hurry and throw the lid back on. We might need to get rid of the Cinderella castle all together...it's the tallest item. Even the purple igloo makes me nervous though. She has been touching the top of the lid with her front paws a couple of times. she climbed on a tissue box and then onto THE TOP OF HER WHEEL and it moved then tossed her off into the fluff. So no more tissue boxes for that little stunt girl! :scared1:I had bad dreams the other night that she jumped out!! She appears happy otherwise and so we're just going to start a little extra ball time. My girl wants to run wild! Do yours do that? Any ideas why? I should go post on hamstercentral too with a picture of her bin cage and get feedback there. DD is having a sleepover tonight, so I'll try to get a few pictures of the bin cage tonight when snickerdoodle is awake and see if I can post over there tonight.

Sorry to everyone else...you have to listen to my hamster woes which don't have anything to do with the topic here!

[AlexWyattMommy]

Donut will climb on to his tissue box and then climb across the top of the lid until he can't hold on anymore and will drop into the fluff. I've added an extra inch for cushion in the middle section.

Yes - they do get run around time. We used to use the hallway with the doors shut, but right now it is a disaster with all the items from the boys' rooms. Eldest has his flooring done but we are just starting to move Little Bit's stuff. Now the hamsters take turns free roaming in Eldest's room. All his furniture currently has no way to get under it except the bed and desk. It is pretty hamster safe. They hug the walls and cruise around and around the perimeter. LOL If you put them in the middle, they quickly go to a wall.

We also still let them play in the bathtub. So one is the ball, one in the room and one in the tub. Sometimes I switch it up with cardboard boxes and pvc pipe playground.

They are now getting about 2 hours of outside the bin time each night. This will change when school starts. It will probably drop to one to one and half hours. They are all also waking up on their own around 7 now. That I thank you for. It is great getting everything done earlier.

Is her bin on the floor when you are taking her out of it? If not, that is where I would put it. If she jumps out, she won't be going that far. If she is doing something dangerous that you don't want her to do, blow gently on her face. They really don't like that and will stop and turn statue right away. Then you can pick her up and put her back down to the fluff or in her ball. Does she still go in it on her own? Mine will run to it when it is in their bin to get inside and go.

[morgansmom2000]

What???? You are supposed to do that girl group!!! :sad1:

WAAAAAAAAH!:sad1:

Peer pressure!

[mycutiepatooties]

Donut will climb on to his tissue box and then climb across the top of the lid until he can't hold on anymore and will drop into the fluff. I've added an extra inch for cushion in the middle section.

Yes - they do get run around time. We used to use the hallway with the doors shut, but right now it is a disaster with all the items from the boys' rooms. Eldest has his flooring done but we are just starting to move Little Bit's stuff. Now the hamsters take turns free roaming in Eldest's room. All his furniture currently has no way to get under it except the bed and desk. It is pretty hamster safe. They hug the walls and cruise around and around the perimeter. LOL If you put them in the middle, they quickly go to a wall.

We also still let them play in the bathtub. So one is the ball, one in the room and one in the tub. Sometimes I switch it up with cardboard boxes and pvc pipe playground.

They are now getting about 2 hours of outside the bin time each night. This will change when school starts. It will probably drop to one to one and half hours. They are all also waking up on their own around 7 now. That I thank you for. It is great getting everything done earlier.

Is her bin on the floor when you are taking her out of it? If not, that is where I would put it. If she jumps out, she won't be going that far. If she is doing something dangerous that you don't want her to do, blow gently on her face. They really don't like that and will stop and turn statue right away. Then you can pick her up and put her back down to the fluff or in her ball. Does she still go in it on her own? Mine will run to it when it is in their bin to get inside and go.

Yes, the bin is on the floor in guest bedroom with a babygated doorway to keep Bentley out. She does go in the ball easily on her own. she isn't getting anywhere near 2 hrs. a night of free play time:guilty:. Whoa that's a lot! You are the ultimate hammy mom of the year!!!:worship:All of our furniture has legs and is off the floor. I'd be too scared to let her out free to run in a bedroom. :scared1:How do you catch those fast little guys??? We'll do the beach towel in the bathtub with her hammy toys tonight for free play session while DD has her BFF over for a sleepover party--the girls will get a kick out of that. Thanks for the tip about blowing on her face! Funny about Donut--just like the monkey bars on the playground huh?

[AlexWyattMommy]

They even call that "monkey barring". LOL

So far Eldest has just scooped them up when he is done with them and put them back in their ball. Donut will go into the ball if you put it in his path. Silly boy doesn't know to go around it yet. :lmao:

If you can reach under the furniture, up is fine. Eldest's old furniture had those cut outs in the middle that the hammy could fit through but our hands could not. I would not let them free roam then.

Little Bit has been playing with CowGirl on his bed when he "can't sleep". LOL that will stop when school starts.

[AlexWyattMommy]

Peer pressure!

Everybody else is doing it.;)

[wdwmickey]

Peer pressure!

C'mon Jennifer you know you want to play ;)

[mommy2mrb]

As much as I'm going to regret it (and will be kicking myself in the tushie here), I am going to sit this one out. I look forward to seeing the slide show and everyone's awesome work, though!

come on Jennifer...at least join the girl group with me...pretty please :goodvibes