Let's Sketch!

Lissa has created another sketch for us this month and she and the team have several beautiful layouts to share. They had a theme of adding layers and although each one is so different they are all as beautiful as the next. Hope you will enjoy the very diverse projects each of the ladies created! Let's start with Lissa's sketch and then the projects will follow in this order: Lissa, Kathy, Nikki, Kristi and Guylaine :)

Reading from the Psalms

Marci, Anna and Vanessa have made layouts for us to take a look at this month using the Bible verse Psalm 69:30 that reads in the KJV:
I am weary of my crying: my throat is dried: mine eyes fail while I wait for my God.

If you enjoy reading the NIV the words were written this way:
I will praise God's name in song and glorify him with thanksgiving.

Each of the Groovy Chicks have shown great ways to represent their interpretations. Marci's is the first layout and then you will see Anna's and Vanessa's.

2 Pagers Using Cardboard

I can honestly say I don't ever remember seeing a scrapbook page using cardboard that I did not like. It is easily found, adds texture, can be easily manipulated, and looks like that stuff we all love so much: Kraft!

Here are our 2 Page Chicks' creations using cardboard...hurry go break down a box and see what you too can do using this great stuff!

Amy

















Andrea















Janeen

Frame It!

Did you take loads of pics yesterday on Thanksgiving? Let me show you a way groovy way to display some of them. Our Alter Artist Kristin has made a frame that I bet would look great in your house too!

Happy Thanksgiving to All!

I am so thankful that we as those who love crafting have an ability to blog and share in our love! Naturally I am thankful for family, friends, health and happiness too! I send best wishes for a wonderful holiday season to all the friends of If It's Groovy! We love you coming by and hope we can offer inspiration as you inspire us!
Deb♥ and the most awesome design team around :)

Forget the Green Bean Casserole and Bring This!

For all our USA friends it is that time of year when we go visit friends and family and bring a side dish right? Don't do it this year, OK well do, but in addition to that bring a little card of thanks to that special someone and they will love it almost as much as Aunt Gerties Beet Salad! No more!!! Here are some cards to inspire you from our card team. Hand made is always good!

Here ya go...

Charlotte



















Jen T






















Peg


















Erin

Fiskateer Online Crop Project

Kelly Jo, Lead Fiskateer is holding a fun crop this weekend at Fiskateers! Have you checked in at Fiskateers.com lately? One of her challenges is to create a scrappy ornament. Here is mine with the simple instructions on how you too can make one for your tree this Christmas or for a friend or family member. Try it bigger and you can have a cool wreath too!
TFL!
Deb♥
Proud Fiskateer #2644

Using Super Sized Circles and an Ultra Shape Express cutter by Fiskars cut one medium circle. Add on one strip of a coordinating paper across the middle, but before attaching use a Fingertip Knife, also by Fiskars to slice a spot to insert pics. Punch a hole in the top and add an eyelet and ribbons to coordinate. Boom! A way to send school or Christmas pics to your loved ones :) Let me know if you try it and I will happily show it here on IIG!

Thankful Sweethearts

With Thanksgiving around the corner here in the USA it seems natural to be thinking of the many blessings we have. Here are layouts showcasing who the Sweetheart Design Team members are thinking of this year. Celina, two from Theresa and then Jami Lynn...

Autumn with Little Girls

Ice cream and cake. Salt and pepper. Tom and Jerry. All of these are things that must go together, but there is something else that is a divine mix and that is little girls and Autumn. Check out the inspirations from our Dollbabies team below and see what I mean. I even surprised the girls and played along too! Oh! We have a new Dollbabies Artist, Natalie so I would like to send out an official Groovy Welcome to her as well :) Look for her picture to the left and click to pay a visit to her blog after you've looked around here today :) Have a great today!
Deborah♥


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Deb♥

What Can 10¢ Get Ya in Scrapbooking???

I LOVE books! Do you? Do you have a collection of very worn out, broken down books sitting on the shelf that have been read a thousand times since you were little or to your own children? It is time to repurpose and I am going to show you how! Read on...

I was at my local library when I found this really cute book for 10¢

I started thinking about how I could use this book without adding to my totes and totes of already loved books. I borrowed a friend's CM circle punch and added it to these items:

In case you don't have one of those purple punches it is a punch that well, punches two little holes to resemble those found inside a button.

I opened that well worn book and punched out some cute little pictures, see?














I then coated them several times in the Paper Glaze to make them a bit more stiff and punched them right in the middle to look like buttons. After they were completely dry I put embroidery floss through one of them and added it to my elf button to add to this layout. Easy right? One of a kind buttons too!

Here is another example of what I used my "buttons" for. I recently had a class with local kids and made a paper bag album using Snow White as my inspiration and then what I did was chose pics from the story of Snow White to add to my album here also turning the buttons over to expose some words from the story too. TFL and remember to every thing there is a season and when that season is finished find a new one :)
Deb♥

Quick Make A Mini Album!

I don't know about You, but I am about to go insane for some scrap time! Here is a project that Ange is sharing with us today to maybe jumpstart you and me. When you cannot sit down with all supplies these mini albums are the way to go. Hope you enjoy hers :) Have a good day!
Deborah♥

One Word Winner Announced

Thanks so much to all of you for your patience as I have been getting past Swine Flu and understanding that I had to step away for a little bit before announcing the winner for October's ONE WORD TITLE. Without any further adieu, Silvana has won!!! Here is her really cute lo and a special thanks to ALL who entered :) Hope to see you enter this month too.
Deb♥

November Challenge-Slicing and Dicing!

Time for the challenge to start for this month! Ready? Your lo is due by November 30 th 11pm EST. Don't delay and forget to turn in your layout :) The challenge is to create a layout with your pic(s) being SLICED or CHOPPED . Can you do it? Email groovydeb@yahoo.com with your layout or point me in the direction to your online gallery. Be sure to check back to see the winner's name and if your name is selected email mailing info within the month to claim your prize. Check below for a slideshow showing the works of the very talented design team putting their spin the challenge :)

Good luck!

Enjoy.Create.Be.
Deborah♥

Slideshow

A Not-So Groovy Vacation...

Hi Scrap Friends! After almost one year of keeping If It's Groovy up and running I wish I could say that I was taking a much needed vacation to Grand Cayman, ahh the ocean is unreal there, but I unfortunately have a more serious issue at hand. My youngest daughter who is five has been sick for one week, and will pay a third visit to her doctor on Monday. Her school has been terribly affected by H1N1.

I will be listing the November challenge in a few days instead of tomorrow as planned, and will spend a few days offline while I get my daughter back to her old self. All DT projects that you have grown accustomed to seeing throughout the month will still be here, but just a few days later, as will the announcement of our October winner.

You will be missed and I do ask that you keep Katelyn and all the little ones in your prayers.

Thank you, Groovy Deb♥

and Groovy Katelyn

Patrick Swayze

Reality TV, to me is cool. I know a lot of people think it is ridiculous, but I personally like it and dance shows are one of the ones I follow. We had what I think was a loss to our dancing world back in September, Patrick Swayze. Old school dancing that is. I would like to share with you today a layout that our design team member Peg created to show homage to him. I happen to rate the movies Ghost and Dirty Dancing up on tops of romantic movies too, so Patrick you will be missed!

If It's Groovy Supports PINK.

Some of us here at IIG would like to show our support of Pink, by sharing our Pinked Out Layouts. Here's to finding the cure! Also I would like to share an article that I wrote that was published on Making Memories this month. I thank those who also did the same and for sharing such personal stories and journeys. Let's do what we can to find that cure!!!

The article can be clicked here:
http://blog.makingmemories.com/2009/10/deborahs-story-.html#comment-6a00d83451fa2269e20120a67dfcb1970c

Inspiration Station:

A Few more days to get your entries uploaded either to a gallery or by email. Get yours in by 10/31 and thanks again to everyone who has played this month! Read on for a few more layouts which we here at If It's Groovy help to inspire your One Word titled layout!

Here is a 2 pager from Andrea, so if you like 2 page layouts with one word titles, you still have one more day :)

Some Final Ideas from Kathy, Alisa, Jen, Theresa and Me :)

It's the last week to turn in your One Word lo so here is some more inspiration if you are still trying to find one word that just is THE word for yours :) Here comes the layouts of Kristi, Erin, and Moi...
Deb♥

Still looking for that one word to finish off your lo? How about one of these? You will see Janeen's Change, Ange's Eeek, Amy's Revolution, and Kristi's Discover to help inspire you today :)

OK, today we have the works of Jami Lynn, Charlotte and Anna :)

Celina is up, as is Marci...

Here is one from Jeanette and Theresa...
























Now we have Lissa's, Vanessa's and Nicole's :)

Now up we have Guylaine, Alisa and Peg :)
























Here are some layouts from design team members Jen T and Kristin.

Pumpkin Patch Trips with The girls

Have you been out to pick pumkins this year? Unfortunately for my household, we planned a trip with Kindergarten which was rained out and now my little girl has the yuk that's going around and was unable to go this week to the make up date. A special shout out and thanks to her teacher who could not have been sweeter when she showed up at my house tonight with a p;umpkin for me and my little dollbaby! They may even close our elementary school due to so many children having H1N1. Hopefully illness has not stolen pumpkin picking from your family. Let's check in with Jen and Alisa as they scrap about their Little Pumpkins, Cute little Dollbabies that they are ;)
Deb♥

Come to the Haunted BIRD House???

Kristin really went all out decorating. She mentioned to me that her hubby loves Halloween well now I bet the birds in her neighborhood are having a smashing time too! Check it out...

The Boys are SPOOKtacular!!!

Our Sweethearts Team has created SPOOKtacular layouts to get us ready for Halloween this year. Look at all of the Sweethearts in their families who were all decked out and ready for their tricks and treats. Here's hoping that each of your little sweeties have a safe and fun night on Saturday!


Here are the works of Celina, Jami Lynn and Theresa:

A Little Somethin From Ange

Here is how Ange mentioned to me that she made these really cute mini-folders. Can't you just see one of these on your fridge or bulletin board? Let me know if you make one and I will show it right here next to Ange's :)
Deb♥

"I used a die and my Sizzix machine but I did find a template online that can be used. The link is http://houseofstirfry.com/chia/templates/minifile.html They are fun to make and so easy to embellish. I used silk flowers, brads, letter tiles, ribbon, staples, and circle clip."

Faithbooking John 13:35

According to the bible John 13:35 reads:By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another. This is a thought provoking verse to meditate on today and our Faithbooking team has some beautiful layouts to share with you concerning this verse. starting with Marci and followed by Vanessa and Anna. If you would like to create a layout using this verse and share it here, please let me know by email and I will happily add it :) Have a great SONday!

Deb♥

A Month Long Celebration!!!

If It's Groovy has another birthday to celebrate this month!!! Happy Birthday to Kristin, our Alter Artist. Here she is making faces at us last month while participating in the funny face challenge. LOL!!! Hope it is a groovy day for you Kristin :)

Let's Celebrate!!!

Guylaine, Sketch Artist, sent in this photo of herself all decked out in extreme groovyness!!! I thought I would show it as we wish her a very Happy Birthday today!!! Hope your day is groovy Guylaine :)

A Message from Kathy

In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month today I would like to share with you a very touching story from our DT member Kathy Carr. Please read what she has written and take a look at her really sweet lo then take the steps she has shown us today. You are all so important to your families and to us here at IIG!

Sending out a huge (((((hug))))) for all ladies who check in here. We care!
Deborah♥

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. And next month, marks the 6th anniversary of my best friend’s passing from this horrid disease. My loving friend, Ruth Ann Bergstrom. This is weighing very heavily on my mind. I’m always a little melancholy around this time of year but this year – is particularly difficult. She was my age, 48, when she was diagnosed and had her mastectomy.

I can’t believe it’s been 6 years. I still miss her like crazy. She fought so hard for two years until she finally succumbed at the age of 50. I can’t even begin to tell you just how awful it was to watch a kind, vibrant, beautiful woman break down bit by bit, as the disease ravaged her body. She was my best friend for 10 years and I sincerely thought she would beat it. She went into remission after 18 months and two series of chemo (or cocktails as she called them). Then she developed a cough and neck pain. The cancer was back and spread to her spine and lungs. I still believed she would beat it. Ruth was a strong woman, full of love and kindness. There was no way this disease would get the best of her. On November 10th, she called me to see if I could drive her home from work as her neck was especially bothering her. I did and tucked her into bed along with her two cats. She hugged me and told me she loved me and thanked me for being such a good friend. I thought she was just tired. She was admitted to the hospital the next day as she was having difficulty breathing. My daughter and I had planned to drive to Indianapolis for the weekend for a scrapbook retreat and she told me she wanted me to still go . . . she would be just fine and I could come see her on Sunday. On my way home that Sunday, I called her room to tell her I would be there in an hour and her daughter Emily told me she wasn’t up to having company. I told her I’d call the next day. However two hours later I got the call that she had passed away. I fell to my knees screaming NO NO NO NO NO. I’ll never ever forget that moment. I didn’t see it coming. And six years later, I still don’t understand why this happened.
























At her funeral, I cried harder than I thought possible. I can’t imagine how her husband Dan and two teenage daughters Kim and Emily could survive the pain they must have felt. And the week before Christmas, her husband gave me a letter from Ruth that told me to stop crying as she was heaven singing Christmas Carols with the angels and so glad she could enjoy the snow knowing she wouldn’t have to shovel it. And I cried even harder, realizing that she knew that she was dying when she wrote the letter. I love you Ruth! And I’ll always miss you!!

Ruth was WAY TOO YOUNG TO DIE!!!! I know there are very few people out there who have not been touched in some way by this very dreadful disease. I heard on the news the other day that of all women’s deaths in a given year 25% are attributable to breast cancer. That is horrible!! Ruth had found the lump THREE years before she went to the doctor. I will always what if . . . .

So in Ruth’s honor, please help me reach out to women to encourage them to be more aware of and diligent in their own breast health. The Susan G. Komen foundation is a great resource for information on how and what to do – to promote breast well being and fight against this disease. Early detection and prevention are the key to fighting breast cancer. Here is a link to their site:

http://ww5.komen.org

1. Do a breast self-exam. Right now! Take 5 minutes and follow these instructions:

Breast self exam instructions























2. Promise me that you will make an appointment to have a mammogram this month, if you haven’t had one in the last year.

3. Remind 3 friends, this week, to check themselves and make their mammogram appointments.

4. And hug all those you love today!







Kathy Carr

Let's see a VERY cool altered piece of art :)

Here's Kristin's latest! Cool or what? Hope you are getting your decorations ready and if not why not try something this adorable? Keep scrolling to see some other photos she has shared on making this cutie!!!

2 Page Beauty

This month our 2 Page Team has made outstanding layouts again. They each used the ideas of Autumn colors or pics as well as keeping in mind the thought of warm and welcoming. Here are their works:

AMY













JEANETTE












ANDREA













JANEEN

Autumn Splendor

I hope everyone has a wonderful day of making cards yesterday! Let's move on to another favorite, SKETCH time!!!

Lissa, Kathy, Kristi and Guylaine worked this month to create layouts based on those who were in their Autumn Years. Here are their fantastic works in the order above along with Lissa's sketch.



























Welcome back Nik! Here's hers ;)

Happy World Card Making Day Everyone!

You read that right! Today is World Card Making Day which celebrates, well, card making :) It also gives the chance for card makers to come together on one very important day to kick off the holiday season and the art of making hand crafted cards. Sounds fun right? Well let me show you what our card team has been up to and let's see if they can't inspire you to get busy on your own cards this month...Enjoy, Deb♥
p.s. There is contest info to follow the layouts!!!





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JEN T
























PEG



Contest Info:
http://www.worldcardmakingday.com/celebrate/card_making_contest.html

Happy Birthday Gotham Gal!!

Card DT Member Nicole is having a birthday today! Have a groovy birthday Nicole!!!

Here is a little more about Nicole too...

Hello there,

My name is Nicole K and I live near Akron, Ohio with a boyfriend, two cats and a dog. Born in Southern California, I moved to Ohio when I was almost eight and have been here ever since. I don’t like the winters, but icy roads mean I stay inside and create!

I started at my current job as a web designer, but have moved on to the economic side of the business—which has caused me to spend more time experimenting with my style and new products. When I’m not creating, or working, I’m usually reading or writing or playing ‘The Sims 3.’

I’ve been focusing on creating mixed media art and cards since 2002, I started officially scrapping last summer (2008). I’m really drawn to cards lately. I’ve realized that I’ve always liked to color and stamp, and I love that making cards allows me to do this (granted, the Copics I love are a bit more expensive than the Prang or Crayola crayons I used to use).

Happy creating!

P.S. Here is her blog address so you can pop over and take a look into her world...

http://gotham-gal.blogspot.com/