Month: June 2019

The end of the school year is upon us, and it’s time for some thank you cards once again! I opted to hand write notes myself to the teachers because my middle school kiddos WILL deliver a small card (with gift card) vs flashier gift without embarrassment or feeling self conscious. What’s a mom to do? Why I got out my ScanNCut DX and got to work! The usual disclaimer here- I am a paid consultant for Brother, though all ideas and opinions are my own. This is a machine I love using and sharing ideas with you!

I ended up deciding on a heart covered in washi tape, some vinyl stickers for the sentiment, and a few buttons and do-dads to finish up the fun. You can watch my YouTube video here.

I love creating layered shapes like this with my ScanNCutDX! One tip I have when die cutting shapes is to make sure they’re very well adhered. This is what makes washi tape so ideal for this kind of a project because it is tape and so none of the edges should lift or cause issue when cut. If you are working with paper or other such material I recommend using all over adhesive vs a few spots to make sure you are well covered.

This kind of idea works so far beyond thank you cards as well! You can create scrapbook embellishments, ornaments, banners, and more! I hope I’ve inspired you today, and that you do share if you create some cards of your own!

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Where do I begin? I’ve got one kid graduating Elementary, the other moving Jr High to High School and life is crazy busy!

We got a new ice cream place in town called “Cream” and they are pure evil! And by that, I mean so tempting and sinfully good and they don’t just serve ice cream – it’s a whole experience! First you pick a base like a donut or a cookie or pie even… then add ice cream and toppings and… well let’s just say I’m proud I’ve only been once in the 2 weeks they’ve been open!

We’ve been trying to eat lighter, make veggies and light healthy choices more the norm vs forcing ourselves to eat good stuff. It is a constant struggle and especially with the aforementioned busy-ness well it is a struggle. If you’re someone who balances a very hectic schedule I’d love your tips! We’ve been looking to places (like above) where we can order off menu and not struggle to be healthy as well as home cooking. Always learning and growing, trying new!

We went and saw the lightning thief last month and it was so fun! Becca’s new obsession? Musicals! Her hope is to do a few days in NYC and multiple shows… that is a few years off to say the least! But I love that she has a new passion and that she is always developing interests.

These four are doing quite well! This photo was from a picnic outing in the country and it was such fun! Elizabeth finished out her track season, but will begin her High School career as a runner next week. What?! YEP! Jumping right on in with cross country conditioning sessions all summer, every weekday! I’m more than a little grumpy about the 6pm practice time as I’m one who likes to be CHILL in the evenings… but I’ll deal!

So that just about sums it up. We’re heading into the final week of school as I post this and my schedule is down to the minute busy – but it’s all so worth it! Time really does fly and I’m doing my best to be present, enjoy, and just keep doing my best in all ways.