Mother's Day Album

Thanks for dropping by!  For today, I'm sharing the book I made for my mom for Mother's Day.  The pictures were taken when she and my father came for a visit to Belgium.  It was nearly three years since we saw them.  The kids were over the moon and my parents were just fabulous with the boys.  That says a lot because both of my boys have Autism.  That's the kind of love I always dreamed to see. I was so proud of them.  Not ever a voice was raised.  Only those with laughter and enjoyment.  They are both excellent at making my boys laugh.  Guffaw comes to mind.  I try to keep the memory alive by doing the things that they did to make them giggle with glee.

Enjoy the book and my family!  Beware:  WE ARE TOTALLY NUTS!!! 

 Thanks, again for visiting!  I'll have some FREEBIE alerts for you later this week.

Mother's Day Ideas

Hi!  Thanks for visiting, The Cherry On Top.

Are you also one of those people who like or love to make hand made gifts from the heart?  Maybe you are just super crafty and love crafting and giving it to friends and family.  Maybe both?  That's me, for sure.  I'm always perusing the net for ideas.  Of course, Pinterest is usually my first stop.

Today, I would like to share with you some cool ideas I found and also my twist on an a project I saw.  I can never leave well enough alone.  Hehehe...

This first one is just adorable.  I plan on using a picture of both my boys together and doing something like this.  I know!  I don't have much time left!

 This is such a cute, personal idea that says, "I know you and what you like".  That means the world to a lot of people.

My friend Amanda has great stuff in her etsy shop.  She never misses out on a holiday celebration and has a super idea for Mother's Day.  Click on the image to get the link to her store.  You  might just be amazed at how cheap this stuff is.  Most articles are under $5.  You can shop in your pj's, too!

Below is something totally for me.  I would love to make it or receive it.  Beautiful, bright flowers and i made using an, upscaled tin can.  This is total Cherry material.  Recycling and glam!  FAB!

Finally, my gift for my mum from me.  I did snag the idea from Pinterest, but then put my own twist to it, as usual.  I didn't really like their sentiment and of course, it needed more pow.  Now, it's perfect and more mine.

For all of you moms out there, I hope you have a special day.  May you find the time to relax and enjoy life and make time for the things you love.  Appreciation is in a smile.  It's in the warmth of the sun.  It's in laughter and the cool, soft grass.  There is more appreciation in free stuff when you are looking for it.

A Fine Finish And Freebies

Thanks for joining me at The Cherry On Top!  It's a fun place to hang out and speaking of fun, I had a blast this weekend for iNSD.  Wow!  There were so many goodies, I could hardly keep up.  If you were following me on Facebook, you probably have a ton free things for your downloads.  If you didn't, then jump on over and see what might be still available.  Many of the things will be available for sale for several designers if there is something you just have to have.

Below are a few of the layouts I made from freebies or from iNSD events.

This first image is from, By Romajo.  It was part of a blog hop that she participated in and I'm pretty sure it is still going on.  You may click on the image to get a link to that hop.

Here is another freebie from, By Romajo.  She always has free stuff on her blog and Facebook Page.  That puts her high on the Cherry's List.  The freebie is kind of small, but you can still make smashing layouts with it.

My Girl, FranB worked super hard the weeks before iNSD and came up with an array of new kits for you.  She even had a freebie up on her Facebook Page, which is what I used to make the layout below. The contrasting colors are so fabulous!  I just love it!

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FranB also was involved in a ton of different games, challenges and promotions.  Some are on going and some have ended.  Ya still have a couple of hours to enter the challenge that corresponds with the image below.  Is this kit fantastic, or what?!  The colors are to dye for. Hehehe...

The next l/O is coming to you from, The Sweet Shoppe's Blog Hop.  More sweet colors and a really fun collaboration of elements, too.

Mandy King is the next one to thank for her most generous FREEBIE on Facebook.  FB freebies often stay up for one month.

iNSD was absolutely fantastic this year.  It is also kind of a starting point for me and digital scrapbooking.  It was a year ago this weekend that I started to give it a try and have fallen head over heels, crazy in love with it!

Thanks for joining me, again and be sure to do it again!!!

iNSD and FREEBIES

AAAAHHHH!!!!

I've been so incredibly busy and not prioritising my blog.  I miss it!  I've been on a vacation.  My parents have come to visit and now it's iNSD time!  Th designers I work with have been busy as well and keeping their creative teams panting for breath.  I have to say I do love it, but I'm finding it difficult keeping everything straight.  Jeez!

There is a ton of stuff going on in the digital scrapbooking world right now.  This weekend is going to be just huge.  Super sales, coupons, flash sales and most importantly, FREEBIES.  That's what I want to see and that's what I'll be sharing with you, too.  This is the perfect time to restock your downloads, get back into the groove or start digital scrapbooking.

This is just a tiny tip of the iceberg.  If you want MORE FREEBIES then head over to my FB Page, The Cherry On Top.  tomorrow, I'll be putting up an amazing freebie every hour for eight hours.  I'll share with you a few right now.  Just to wet your whistle.  After this weekend, I plan on going through my downloads and getting rid a ton of old stuff because I have so much new stuff.  SWEET!

First at bat,  FranB has a great freebie on her Fb Page, too.  Click on the sun to get this little cutie.

Suzy Q is a super generous scrapper.  She has a section full of freebies, like the one below and she is also a part of something special going on for iNSD.  Click on the image or SuzyQ to see what she has in store you.

Jen Reed Designs also has a FREEBIE on her blog and a whole lot more!  She is a part of a huge hop.  Check it out at the link provided and be amazed at the mass of FREE goodness.

There you have it!  Three freebies to get you started this weekend.  I plan on posting all weekend long just to try and keep up.  Next week, I hope things will calm down a bit.  I want to actually scrap! Hehehe...No excuses, Folks.  Get scrap'n!  You deserve it!

Recycled Children's Cardboard Books

Thanks for all of your attention on my last blog. Someone requested more pictures of my children's cardboard books.  My first attempt was the train book and certainly not the best, but this second one came out much better.  These books were made for my little boys.  So, they are slightly...abused.  Hehehe...

Enjoy the rest of the pictures and let me know if you have any other questions.  Thanks gain!

I couldn't find much at all for monster trucks in the scrapbooking line back then and had to use my imagination.

EcoScrapbooking eBook Launch Party

Welcome, Hoppers!

I just love blog hops!  Meeting new designers and filling up with great ideas, inspiration and other goodies.  Ecofriendly ideas are my all time favourite and I have many of them to share with you.  Scroll down and see what you find, then check out the links section to hop around to the other blogsters.

Below are images from up-cycling projects.  If you click on the image, it will take you to the tutorial or blog entry where it is featured.  Enjoy the show, download and share the FREE E-Book by clicking anywhere it says, "E-Book". Thanks so much for coming and thank you for keeping the environment in mind.

This first image is of a tag I made for a friend.  It doubles as a magnet by attaching magnet tape to the back.  Because the tag is small, it uses less supplies and these were ALL from left overs.

I always use cool clothing tags in my layouts and other artsy projects, like this one below.

Hard back children's books are excellent for upcycling projects like mini albums.

I'm often inspired by mail and other advertisement.  I made a mini album from an idea I got from a flyer.

Here is an old Ikea frame painted, and scrapped with some left overs and a couple of recycled gift bows.

This has to be one of my favourites.  I upcycled an empty match box.  It is small, so you don't need a lot of supplies.

I recently started digital scrapbooking.  No more garbage, adhesives, packaging and it's nearly free.  There are more freebies out there than you can use.  Hang out here on my blog or check out my Facebook page where I post free stuff daily.

This project is super fast and didn't cost a penny to make.  I used some left over cupcake papers, embellishments and a bit of washi tape to upcycle this yogurt bucket.  It now houses my markers.

Below, is a recent upscaled sock box made into a treasure chest.  You will definitely want to check this one out!

What do you with your old cards?  My mom is still into sending cards and I keep most of them.  You can use the lovely script in side, the word art, images and sometimes they even have embellishments on them.  I also like how rigid they are and often use them to make another card for someone else, like this one here.

Here is the list of the other blogs presenting ecofriendly ideas.  Thanks again for stopping by and for sharing the FREE  E-Book with your friends!  Happy scrapping!

Danielle HunterEcoScrapbookZaira Sierra | Hacer ScrapbooksLisa Troch | The Cherry on TopCathy Sanders | What's up with CathyJules Hollis | Inspired JulesErin Bullock | Deeply Rooted LifeStephanie Medley-Rath | Scrapworthy LivesRenee Joy | Charms Buttons & BowsAndrea Friebus | Lights C.a.m.era ActionJody Spiegelhoff | SpiegelMom Scraps