Now Selling... 4th of July Banner's

Yup that's right, I have listed a few of my festive 4th of July Banner kits in my etsy shop.




Go on see for yourself--they are fun, festive and sure to be the talk of your 4th of July gathering!!

Click here for a quick trip to my shop------> My Etsy

Happy day!! :)

To the best Daddy there ever was...

We LOVE you Daddy, hope you have an amazing day! xoxo

ps. I know I have been a little hush-hush, but we are nonetheless very excited to announce that our new little guy made his arrival on May 1st. Holden is happy, healthy and very sweet, we of course LOVE him to bits! :)

Happy Go Lucky!

eta: photo of kit contents, see below :)

Hello All!!

I have been busy working on a new kit project, it's a mini-album I am calling "A Lucky Girl." I give ten reasons and a photo to document each reason why I consider myself a lucky girl at this time in my life. Family, friends, baby on the way ;) and many other undeserving blessings.


The kit is sure to tickle your fancy and is brimming with St. Patrick's Day inspired goodness. Can you tell I am excited for this one? The price of the kit will be $28.00 plus $3.50 for shipping within the US. It will include photo style directions for easy assembly. I have only 5 kits available, below is a peek of my (almost) completed book ;) If you check back tomorrow afternoon, I will have a photo of the goodies included in the kit for temptation purposes of course!




Until next time...

Happy Friday and a wonderful weekend too!

Spring banner...

I am in the mood for Spring!!



I wanted to share my latest creation: a vintage inspired Spring Banner, this kit is created especially for Stephanie and the gals of the Central Valley Play Group. Therefore not available for purchase this time, sorry. However, this brings me to my next point, I have been meaning to thank each of you who purchased a Valentine Banner kit. When I make a project like this I will usually put together a few kits for sale and you ladies are always so faithful! Thank you always... mwah!

Until next time, enjoy your weekend!

Happy Valentine's Day

Wishing you a warm and happy day filled to the brim with Love! xoxo

Valentine's Banner

I admit, I haven't been too creative lately--project wise. At the end of December I announced my photography business and have been knee deep in new adventures with that.

Be still my heart as Bella loves to do crafts, I diligently gathered a few things from my scrappy goodness and we created this Valentine inspired beauty. Many of you know I have a thing for banner's, always have!! Seems I have rubbed off on her, as it is always the one thing she requests at "craft time." I just knew with all our goodies we could could come up with something spectacular...



I know I bailed on the Christmas banner kit, and believe me I plan to get started early on that for 2008, especially since I already have all the goodies! To make-up for my oversight I put together a couple of kits to create this same banner. Ooohhh-weeeee it is adorable!! The L.O.V.E letters will be pink glitter, and the ribbons and fibers will be very similar with a couple of equally pleasing substitutions, almost if not completely unnoticeable. I will provide you with directions and photos for assembling. This banner is a paper project kit, including 8 pieces of pre-cut patterned papers, 8 extra large shipping tags, large glitter letters spelling L.O.V.E, 2 glitter hearts, 2 lace paper hearts, various paper flowers in pink, red and white, rhinestones for flower centers, assorted ribbon & fibers, and coordinating string for hanging... sorry no fabric this time :)



*Banner is approx 40" in length, with each embellished tag measuring approx. 6.5" x 3.5".

Valentine Banner Kits are $22.00 + $3.50 for shipping.

Please e-mail if you are interested at jillguimont@comcast.net

Happy Saturday peeps :)

My try with texture...

Hello all!

Quickie post here, I thought it was about time I update being that my last post was from Christmas!

As most of you already know, I am completely obsessed with photography these days. Lately I have been experimenting with different post processing/editing, everything from color to texture.

Thanks for stopping in... hoping this photo finds you well :)

Wishes for a very...

Long time no blog...

It's no secret, sometimes I can be the world's worst blogger. My apologies....

This one is for Nicki, and the 7 other lovely gals participating in the altered charm swap at PI. I am usually not a spoiler, but just couldn't resist!

Halloween Banner Fun

Here it is, in all it's spooky glory. Wishing a very Happy (early) Halloween to all!!



My Halloween banner kit is now sold out, I am sorry to disappoint. I received a few e-mails and could only fulfill so many. I would like to try something new, please bear with me. If you are interested in future projects including holiday banners, keep reading. I will be creating a Christmas banner of similar sorts, stay tuned for sneak peaks. It will be made mostly of fabric, fun ribbons..... think Vintage-y. It is sure to delight, loaded with glitter galore and festive embellishments!

Send me your name and e-mail addy and I will try and get a list going. Please know there are no promises even this time, as I have already collected many of the items for the banner. Just know that I will do my best to accommodate.

Thanks so much for your support and interest in my projects and designs.... big hugs!

Did I mention....

that I truly LOVE this time of year! I especially love to decorate bits here and there for Halloween, oooh such fun!


Yep, that's right, I am busy working on a fun Halloween banner. I have jam packed this one with fun goodies, festive ribbons and shiny letters. For those that asked, my goal is to have the banner kits ready to ship in about week. I am working hard to get them done earlier if possible, if you are like me not only do I love fun holiday decor, but I love to display it asap :)

Back to work for now.....

Cheers!

ps. I did indeed make the wreath in my previous post, and have a few for sale. I never really provided details here, but there's still time to get a kit. You can e-mail me at jillguimont@comcast.net if you are interested. Price will be $33.00--a steal!!! :)

Looking forward to it......

Don't get me wrong, as I truly LOVE summer. Although, for me there is something peaceful about the start of Fall. ...as you can see I am really looking forward to it :)

been working....

Remember that backyard Oasis I spoke about back in *eeeek* March, well it has certainly been a work in progress. *insert excuse here* Of course, in between a gazillion other life and household happenings we are managing to get it completed all of 4 months later. The stone wall is about complete, here are a few photos from this past weekend. Thankfully my Mom grabbed the camera, which reminds me.... a huge thank you to my Mom, Dad, brother Tyler and his sweet girlfriend Linda. They never fail to pull through for us, even when it means working in 90+ degree weather to help us get this finished. As you can see, even Bella helped when she could.




Disclaimer: I know that flip flops aren't exactly "working" shoes, but my footie is still recovering from surgery back in April and extremely sensitive to closed toed shoes yet. That being said, please do not try this type of work with out proper protective gear and attire ;)

Loads of work yes, but I have to say that I have truly enjoyed just about everyday this past week working right along side hubs, knee deep in mortar. We are now official "do-it-yourselfers." I tell you what, it is hard work, but the time and energy (and sweat) is well worth the accomplishment. I cannot wait to unveil the results. The sod will go in on Saturday morning, and then we will have all next week to get the rest all dialed in. Can you tell I am really looking forward to soaking up the fruits of our labor. I hate to say it, but somehow an event like Bella's 2nd birthday bash (weekend after this) is usually what it will take for us to switch our game into high gear. It's true, we work best under pressure :)

So, just in case you wondered where I'd been or better yet, what I've been up to; well here you have it. Been busy busting my tush outdoors.

That's it for now. Take care friends and sweet dreams.

Until next time. xo

Your Pictured Memories *CHA Peekie*

Hello there :)

Here are two simply fun little projects I made using the new line from Your Pictured Memories. Go---->Now---->Bookmark the site, that way when the new line is up you can be the first to check it out. Keep in mind this is only a small peek at the many papers making their debut at CHA in just a few days. Lot's of fun!!

I just couldn't resit the lovely coffee collection, this mini-book was soooo much fun to create. It's super easy and I have even provided enough photos for you to make your own. I do LOVE my Starbucks (can you tell?!?!) :)

Until next time..... xo

creating LOVE-lies...

Just a little of what I have been up to...

that....

and Bella's birthday invites

and special order for purses :)

and class projects

just another day I've spent knee deep in fabric and paper....

On that note, please tell me there is someone else out there like me? You know who you are. You that begins a project, gets side-tracked and somehow antsy to begin another. Walks away from the first one for an undisclosed (usually short) amount of time, dabbles a little here and there with other creative goodness, and then faithfully comes back to the first unfinished project only to begin the cycle all over again. Anyone, anyone... please tell me you are out there??? and don't tell me this is what they call ADD?? lol ;)

Happy Monday friends.... and as always sweet dreams!

4th of July Banner **KIT**

eta: my banner is finished--Yay!!

Couple things... The banner is up in my etsy shop, and I decided to stick to a nice round number I am listing them at $45.00 and totally worth it, you'll see!! Check out the offer, good today and tomorrow only....

In the meantime, I thought you might be waiting for a couple photos of my completed banner (see below). It really is lovely and turned out better than I expected! I will fit right in with the holiday spirit on the 4th, won't you join me? :)



You gals are too cute :) I am pleased to know you are anxiously awaiting to see what I have been cookin'.

This fun little lovely has been an idea in the making for quite some time, I am excited to reveal the *almost* end product! I hope you enjoy it also! I know the photo was a bit more than just a peekie, but yes I have designed a festive 4th of July Banner. Seems these pennant style banner are all the rage this season, and since I am quite fond of them myself and have decided to get extra *happy* this 4th.




Some of you know that occasionally I teach classes at my LSS Youngplay Memories. Also the place where the fabulous Kristina Contes will be appearing for some scrappy teaching the weekend after next....soooo excited! Ok, so back to the banner.... I had initially planned to do a class creating this banner, but I ended up using fabric instead of PP (patterned paper). Although no sewing is required, you could surely add more stitches if desired. The kit will come complete with everything you see in the main photo. Please note that as a final touch, I will be stitching around the perimeter of each triangle piece with an eye popping white thread. I have not completed mine yet, (hopefully tomorrow) and I will be posting more photos when I have mine finished. It's SUPER cute, and I am sure you too will love it to pieces!

I have only a small number of kits, and I will be posting a few for sale in my etsy shop tomorrow afternoon at around 4pm PST. Believe me when I say they are a steal at $47.50 a kit. You would not believe the amount of work I have dedicated to make certain that this lovely project is just perfect. A full color set of directions with photos will be included with each kit purchase.

Wishing you a lovely and fun-filled Sunday afternoon. We'll see ya tomorrow :)

i *heart* creating...

Happy Father's Day.... We LOVE you!!!

Happy Father's day to my honey and the best daddy ever!

We love you...xo

and the winner is...

drumroll please............

it's kathleen....yay!!

Please e-mail me your addy to jillguimont@comcast.net

Funny though, I just have to make clear that kathleen's name did not go into the jar 4 times. Heehee! I can just imagine... we all have a little impatience when blogger acts up don't we? lol!

Thanks so much to everyone for playing along, you ladies have some kickin' scrappy talent. Way to go chicks!!

I do wish everyone could be a winner today. Until then, I am happy to have provided some of you with a good "kick in the pants!"

Happy day friends!!!

Make it Colorful **RAK update**

I just love an RAK, it sure does feel good to give happily!

Let me see, can I tempt you even more? I am offering up some fun little things here, Heidi Swapp tapes, KI stamps (note to self set), MME rub on's, color pencils--stamped with my motto for this RAK, "make it colorful." Ribbon bundle, strips of fabric, note pad and of course my all time favorite little sugary treat--Smarties!

What am I babbling for, here is a full-on peek at the goodies up for grabs...

So come on, you know you want to join the fun!**Because of the holiday, I have decided to draw the winner on Wednesday afternoon PST** :)

Have a lovely holiday weekend friends!

all my best... xo