Modified Bullet Journal System Meets Desire Mapping

In November, I shared part two of my modified bullet journal and today I would like to share a new bullet journal video.



In this video, I share what I have learned over the past several months. I also changed the format after I read the Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte. As a result I am using my journal and enjoying it more and more. I hope you enjoy the changes.

Below is a list of my supplies and links. Note: I use the half size printables for my journal.


Bullet Journal Video Part One

Bullet Journal Video Part Two

Desire Map by Danielle LaPorte:

Free printable Scattered Squirrel Monthly calendar

Free printable Scattered Squirrel Yearly calendar

Victoria Thatcher Printables

Free planner printables

Create 365 Happy Planner bag and stickers.

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

Tim Holtz has published tons of behind the scenes photos of Creativation on his blog. I can’t wait to buy his new Distress Oxide Ink!

His displays look amazing!

For 21 additional sandwich ideas, please visit Martha Stewart.com. Yum!

A special thanks to my sister for sending me the link to this stunning project from Petaloo. Click here for more photos. Gorgeous!

I can’t wait to try one of these fun family traditions. Thanks Eighteen 25! I love the love monsters!



I am always looking for a new tool and I love this light board from Cutter Pillar! Check out this video from Ken! I so want one!

Have a fabulous Fab Five Friday!

Valentine Rewind

I am behind on filming videos and will have a new one next Wednesday. In the meantime, please enjoy a couple of my favorite valentines. I used my Cricut Explore to make these cards.

This is one of my favorite cards ever! The Cricut Explore cut all the intricate details perfectly.

The envelope was so easy to make! Click here for more info!

I love this classic and simple card!

I am always impressed at how well the Cricut Explore cuts. Click here for more info.

Have a wonderful week and I will have a new video next week.

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday.  I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy Valentine cards that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

For this card, I used the Valentine Frog with Hat Holding Candy PNC (#55074) that I purchased from the Silhouette on-line store.  The frog is 3.435 inches wide and 3.904 inches tall.  The pink layer measures 4 inches by 5.25 inches and was cut using a die from My Creative Time.  I love the stitched dies!

I used dimensional squares to attach the image and was done.  The finished card measures 5.5 inches wide x 4.25 inches tall.

Thanks for stopping by and have a marvelous Monday!

SOS Sunday

Welcome to Simply Organized Sunday…SOS for short. Every Sunday I showcase blogs, websites or posts that provide innovative approaches to organizing and designing your craft space as well as other areas in your home.

I am a huge fan of Nancy Nally and could not wait to share her craft room makeover.

Nancy used furniture from Ikea and I love it!

I love how she divided her table with supplies. It is both pretty and very functional.

This tiered stand is perfect for storage.

Be sure to click here for more photos and storage ideas. Be sure to check out her sewing area too!

Have a wonderfully organized Sunday!

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

I love Amy’s card and I am so thankful that she also filmed a video sharing her techniques. Click here to visit Prairie Paper and Ink.



Thanks for the technique video!

One of my hobbies is making soap and this post has inspired me to get out my soap making equipment. The black and white soap is stunning! Be sure to visit HOME OH MY for all the details.

Be sure to check out Ali Edwards Project Life 2017 series. This week is week two.

I really found this post helpful! My favorite tip is how to get clean and sharp corners with line segment over cut. It worked perfectly!

This tone on tone card is so striking. Be sure to check out House Built of Cards for all the info! Wow.



Thanks for the video!

Have a fabulous Fab Five Friday!

Love Birds

I will be back next Wednesday with a fun new video, but had to pop in to share this quick and easy card.

For this card, I used the Lovebirds image (#118184) that I purchased from the Silhouette on-line store. I sized the images to fit the 4 inches x 5.25 white layer.

I embossed the white layer using an embossing folder from Anna Griffin. I love the lace look! I added a few small rhinestones and was done. The finished card measures 5.5 inches wide x 4.25 inches tall.

Thanks for stopping by and have a wonderful Wednesday!

Make it in Minutes Monday

Welcome to Make it in Minutes Monday. I thought it would be fun to feature quick and easy Valentine cards that take only minutes to make, but look like you spent more time making them.

For this card, I used the Valentine Frog Holding Hearts PNC (#55073) that I purchased from the Silhouette on-line store. The frog is 4.345 inches wide and 3.616 inches tall. The pink layer measures 4 inches by 5.25 inches and was cut using a die from My Creative Time.

I used dimensional squares to attach the image and added a few small hearts from the Scallop Hearts Nests (#113263) file that I also purchased from the Silhouette on-line store. The finished card measures 5.5 inches wide x 4.25 inches tall. The stamp is from Studio G.

Thanks for stopping by and have a marvelous Monday!

Fab Five Friday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. For those of you that are new to this blog, every Friday I showcase five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

I love stickers and Vintage Glam Studio for all her wonderful printables. I would be thrilled if you let her know how much we appreciate her by leaving a comment on her blog.

Speaking of stickers, check out these Vintage Valentine Planner Printables from Victoria Thatcher. A special thanks to my sister for sending me this link.

A special thanks to Dawn’s Stamping Thoughts for this great idea! I love the pop up gift cards.



Thanks Dawn for the great instructions and video.

I love this gorgeous planner. Be sure to click here to see tons more photos. Beautiful!

If you are looking for fun Valentine’s Day ideas, be sure to visit Tatertots and Jello. I love the bingo game.

Have a fabulous Fab Five Friday.

Stackable Card Bases

I promise, this is my last stackable card base project for a while. I am totally addicted and just had to share one last card.

For this card, I used the Lizzie Mayne Rounded Corner Pattern (#50794) image that I purchased at the Silhouette On-line store. The first layer measures 4 ¼ x 5 ½. The finished card measures 4 ¾ x 6 inches. I made the stickers using the technique I demonstrate in the video below. Best Wishes is from Spellbinders Shapeabilites Phrase Set One. I cut four sentiments and glued them together for added dimension. I added dimensional squares between the layers.



Thanks for visiting and have a great week!

Fab Five Friday.... on a Monday

Welcome to Fab Five Friday. Things have been a little hectic around here lately, and I am finally posting this collection of five blogs, websites or posts that I think you will enjoy.

I am so sorry that I forgot the link to this amazing post from Blog Pixie.  Click here for all the info.

Be sure to check out DIY display stand and 10 free motivational quotes.

A special thanks to my sister for sending me this link. Be sure to check out Clay Guana’s beautiful blog for more photos.



Thanks for the wonderful video.

For the latest crafting news, you will want to visit Scrapbook Update. Did you know Tim Holtz is no longer doing the 12 tags series or that the hottest new trend is miniatures? Nancy Nally does, and that is why I subscribe to her blog. Thanks Nancy for keeping us so well informed.

I was so excited when I saw these free planner printables from Vintage Glam Studio and just had to share. I am so happy that I subscribe to her blog so I don’t miss a thing!

Have a fabulous Fab Five Friday!

More Stackable Card Bases

Last week I posted a video on stackable card bases and I could not stop making them. I carefully removed the Christmas tags that I had attached to the bases and made beautiful spring cards. Today, I want to share how I took a one layer card base and gave it added dimension. I love the look of white on white.

For this card, I used the Lizzie Mayne Retro Rounded Corner Pattern (#51112) image that I purchased at the Silhouette On-line store. The first layer measures 4 ¼ x 5 ½. The second layer measures 4 ½ x 5 ¾ inches and the finished card measures 5 x 6 ¼ inches. I used dimensional squares between each layer. The tag is from Anna Griffin Terrific Tags and Cutting Dies. And the sticker is from my stash.

Have a wonderful Wednesday!