Friday, December 1, 2023

PL2023 - Weeks 33 & 34 | Sahlin Studio

Combined weeks 33 & 34 of my project life album. Oh summer... I love you so. It's hard when you're no longer here. 


  • The fun times we have at Costco
  • Trips to Calaway Park and cousin time.
  • Working at Calaway as Fairy Foxglove.
  • Inside the house temperature [a far cry from that now...]

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

Summer Stories Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/SS-Summer-Stories-Kit.html
Summer Stories J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/SS-Summer-Stories-Journal-Cards.html


Sunday, November 26, 2023

2024 Special | Dunia Designs

The last thing I did as a guest member at Dunia Designs was create a title page for my 2024 project life album. I used Everyday Project | 2024 Special. You can find the link below, it is on sale for a very short while, and will be perfect to use for you 2024 albums and pages. 

It's hard to believe that we're nearly at the end of 2023 already. I swear time just keeps going by faster. 



The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everyday-Project-2024-Special.html

Wednesday, November 1, 2023

PL2023 - Week 32 | Sahlin Studio


Here's week 32 of my project life album, using journal templates. Easy-peasy and the story gets told. 


  • Baby birds are all over the place this week. So stressful.
  • Movies with friends are the best.
  • Collective Soul didn't disappoint, but the seats did. 
  • Adult take-over of the tree fort in the backyard.
  • Hopeful for Taylor Swift tickets, but didn't stand a chance. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Photo-Journal-No-2-Templates.html

Friday, October 27, 2023

Rooted Mini Collection | Dunia Designs

Last week we went out and took family photos. The timing was perfect, because only a few days later we had our first snowfall warning of the season. Sadly, the forecast of 10-15 cm of the white stuff was accurate.

I created this layout using Rooted, a new Mini Collection from Dunia Designs. On sale for a short time at the-lilypad. 


I so appreciate that my family puts on the clothes I ask them to, and drives to a park so we can take family photos. 

Always so happy to have updated photos.


The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Rooted-Mini-Collection.html

Monday, October 23, 2023

PL2023 - Week 31 | Sahlin Studio

Week 31 of my project life album:


  • The robins/crows and magpies were agitated all day long and it wasn't until supper we realized there was an owl in the tree.
  • We saw [and heard] a murder of crows fly overhead.
  • Bug whisperer.
  • With the forest fire smoke in the air, we do get some spectacular sunsets. 
  • Celebrating Dad's birthday.
  • Love bringing the outside in. 


The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

PM No. 2 - Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-No.2-Elements.html

Friday, October 20, 2023

Spooked Collection | Dunia Designs

Spooked, a new collaborative collection from Dunia Designs and Anita Designs. On sale now, for a limited time.


Halloween is one event I enjoy decorating for. The past few years I've made a spooky station on my dining room hutch. I wish I had more storage, so I could add more things. But we just don't have the room. Here's my bit of spooky. 



The following Dunia Designs products were used: 

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Spooked-Collection.html

Wednesday, October 18, 2023

Be Inspired N.11 Layered Templates | Dunia Designs

I'm using this template, part of the Be Inspired N.11 Layered Templates, by Dunia Design to tell the story of our recent pub hopping trip. Templates make it so easy to just drag and drop photos!  On sale for 50% off the regular price for a short time. Get them while you can!!

Love how this turned out! 



The following Dunia Designs products were used:

Be Inspired N.11 Layered Templates: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Be-Inspired-N.11-Layered-Templates-Dunia.html
Vibrant Collection: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Vibrant-Collection.html

Monday, October 16, 2023

PL2023 - Week 30 | Sahlin Studio

We had some epic camping trips this summer. We were actually able to get into the campgrounds again! Such a bonus. On this particular weekend, we switched campgrounds last minute [for power and our patio lights of course] We totally lucked out with an awesome last minute campsite, and the weather was incredible. Lucky us. 

Here's week 30: 


  • A few camping photos from the week.
  • Mad joining her little cousins on a trip to Calaway Park.
  • Barry sporting his new ride.



The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

You are Here - Elements: //the-lilypad.com/store/you-are-here-elements-ss_youarehere_ep.html

Friday, October 13, 2023

Everlasting Mini Collection | Dunia Designs

Everlasting a new mini collection from Dunia Designs, is on sale through the weekend at the-lilypad. 

We recently got back from a quick get away on the west coast to celebrate our anniversary. We fit a lot in during our 5 days away. Here are a couple of pages I created using the Everlasting mini collection:


I am so thankful that we both enjoy spending time near the water. Definitely be with someone who gets you. 




The following Dunia Designs products were used: 

Everlasting Mini Collection: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everlasting-Mini-Collection.html
Duo Template Vol 10: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.10-Dunia.html

Sunday, October 8, 2023

PL2023 - Weeks 28 & 29 | Sahlin Studio

Combined weeks 28 & 29 of my project life album.


  • I joked that this was a rare glimpse of a teen in their natural habitat... But it's not really a joke. These kids and their phones... I sometimes wish they'd never been invented.
  • We saw Mother Mother at the Coca-Cola Stage at the stampeded the last night they were here. 
  • All 4 of us went to Aladdin. It was incredible. 
  • STILL able to wear my 80's something coveralls. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

the everyday routine - kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/the-everyday-routine-kit.html

Saturday, October 7, 2023

Bibliophilie | Dunia Designs

Bibliophilie from Dunia Designs is on sale for 40% off the regular price. 

I have loved reading for as long as I can remember. As kid, I used to wait until I heard my parents go to bed at night, then quietly [and sneakily] turn my reading lamp back on and read until the wee hours.

I can still read until the wee hours, but my roomate gets quite grumpy when I don't turn the light off...

One thing I'm happy to have passed along to my kids is a love of reading. For many years, they both had their noses in a book. Especially child number two... The teachers used to call me and complain that she was sneaking books to class, hiding them in her desk and reading while lessons were happening. 

Now they prefer to read their phones, if I'm being honest, but every once and awhile I catch them reading. I hope it's something they'll both be passionate about for their whole lives.



The following Dunia Designs products were used:

Bibliophile Mini Collection: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Bibliophilie-Mini-Collection.html
Duo Templates Vol. 7: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.7-Dunia.html

Friday, October 6, 2023

October BYOC | Cozy | Dunia Designs

A quick layout I made using October's BYOC [build your own collection] Cozy by Dunia Designs. On sale for a short time for 40% off the regular price. 

This time of year, just like spring, is fleeting. The colours put on a show, but we're only privvy for a very short while. Or until it gets windy...


The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everyday-Project-Cozy-Papers.html
https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everyday-Project-Cozy-Elements.html
https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everyday-Project-Cozy-Cards.html





Wednesday, September 27, 2023

Duo Templates Vol. 7 | Dunia Designs

There's been a lot of buzz lately about December Daily. I start to get excited when this talk begins to happen. I'm trying to decide this year whether or not I'll do my book completely digitally... I've wanted to try it for a couple of years, but keep coming back to the physical album. 

In any case, with December on the brain, here's a layout I made using a Dunia Designs template: [Template is on sale today only, September 27, 2023, for 50% off the regular price]



Last year, getting together with family and friends was such a treat. Something that we no longer take for granted. 

For this layout, I used Dunia Designs journal cards that I got through a holiday blog hop at TLP in 2021.

A super simple page, with some of my favourite people.


The following Dunia Designs products were used: 


Journal cards used on this layout were available only through a blog hop in 2021

Saturday, September 23, 2023

PL2023 - Week 27 | Sahlin Studio

I'm trying not to fall to far behind on my project life album. 

Here is week 27:


  • Ominous summer skies that trigger tornado warnings.
  • Teen outings that are private, but coincide with date nights.
  • Celebrating the bravery of a friend. 
  • Enjoying the backyard.

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

PM Pop Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-POP-Elements.html

PM Pop J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-POP-Journal-Cards.html

Thursday, September 21, 2023

Memo Mini Collection | Dunia Designs

Happy Friday! With that, a new mini collection from Dunia Designs. 

Last week I was lucky enough to make a last minute trip out of town to see a friend. 

So lucky to have a gorgeous couple of days, to relax, enjoy the sunshine, drink a bit of wine, read uninterupted and enjoy many laughs with a friend. 

I used the new digital product, Memo to create this layout. On sale through the weekend for 20% off the regular price.  


The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Memo-Mini-Collection.html

Wednesday, September 20, 2023

Autumn Title Words | Dunia Designs

Autumn weather has arrived. 

I used Autumn Title Words to create both layouts below. On sale for a short time for 50% off the regular price. 

This layout is a pocket page style.


This 2nd layout is set up as a travelers notebook. 

There is one member of our family who is beyond thrilled to pull out sweaters and toques. We don't all feel the same way. 




The following Dunia Designs products were used:

Autumn Title Words: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Title-Words-Autumn-Dunia.html
Autumn Collection: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Autumn-Collection-Dunia.html

Friday, September 8, 2023

Celebrate | Mini Collection | Dunia Designs

This mini collection, Celebrate, from Dunia Designs is new and on sale through the weekend. I used it on this layout, to document a recent birthday celebration. I love the colours of this kit, they just ooze celebration. Pick it up while you can! Products used are linked below:



The following Dunia Designs products were used:

Duo Template Vol. 2: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.2-Dunia.html
Celebrate | Mini Collection: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Celebrate-MiniCollection.html

Monday, September 4, 2023

PL2023 - Weeks 25 & 26 | Sahlin Studio

Combined weeks 25 and 26 of my project life album.


  • We had back to back camping trips in this time period. We had planned an 'adult only' camping weekend, with another couple, but they had to back out at the last minute. Barry and I went any way, and we had a really good time. Our first camping trip without kids in over 20 years...
  • Our boy turned 21.
  • Another trip to the woods, this time the 3 of us went. We snagged a last minute spot at Bow Valley and it ended up being an epic site. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Wilderness-Elements.html

Friday, September 1, 2023

Autumn Stories | Dunia Designs

Happy September 1st!

It's hard to believe that for the first time in 16 years, I have no student heading back to school through the Calgary Board of Education...

I can finally unfollow a few websites. It seems really weird, and to be honest I don't think it's hit me or the student who just finished going to school for the past 13 years...  Eeks...

September means fall. It means cooler nights and shorter days. It means the changing of the leaves, and I think that we'll have an early changing of the leaves this year, as so many leaves all around the city are beginning to turn yellow. 

Here is a layout I created using Dunia Designs Everyday Project | Autumn Stories Kit. It's a brand new release and is perfect for telling the stories of fall. It's available for 50 % off through the weekend, so go check it out and take advantage of the sale!



The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Everyday-Project-Autumn-Stories-Kit.html


Monday, August 28, 2023

PL2023 - Week 24 | Sahlin Studio

Here is week 24 of my project life album. A super easy page that I just used photos and journal templates on.


  • Last ever, last day of high school.
  • Work selfie.
  • Last tuesday date nigh
  • High school pranks.
  • Winners of the 2023 Stanley Cup.

The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Photo-Journal-No.-3-Templates-and-Stamps.html

Friday, August 25, 2023

Sisterhood | Dunia Designs

Sisterhood, a brand new collection from Dunia Designs can be picked up for 20% off through the weekend. 

I used it to create this fun layout.



The following Dunia Designs products were used: 

Duo Templates Vol. 3: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.3-Dunia.html

Monday, August 21, 2023

PL2023 - Week 23 | Sahlin Studio

Here's week 23 of my project life album. 

  • The shining sun and blue skies are two things that help improve the mood immensly. 
  • Having both your kids in the front seat of a the vehicle will never not seem weird. 
  • But hanging out at the pub with them is super fun.
  • So are dog selfies.
  • Walks with friends are awesome, only made better by a stranger offering to take your picture. 


The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

Everyday Routine Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/the-everyday-routine-elements.html
Everyday Routine J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/the-everyday-routine-journal-cards.html


Friday, August 18, 2023

New Release | Road Trip | Dunia Designs

Check out the newest release from Dunia Designs, the Road Trip Collection. On sale through the weekend for 30% off the regular price. 

I love these types of collections that make capturing stories so much fun. 



Our most epic road trip happened in 2019. We left our house in Calgary, Alberta and did a huge road trip down to the USA. We spent so much time in the car, but also had the best time. We had road trip playlists. Road trip snacks. Road trip tourist destinations. We still talk so fondly of that trip. Here's the layout I created using this collection: 


The following Dunia Designs products were used: 

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Road-Trip-Collection.html


Wednesday, August 16, 2023

Volume 1 & 2 Templates | Dunia Designs

Today only, you can get a couple of volumes of templates from Dunia Designs for 50% off. 

I had so much fun with both of these templates. I love the layering aspect. 

Each volume has 2 templates. Here is one of the templates from Volume 1, using the Good Vibes Collection. 



Here is one of the templates from Volume 2, using the Vibrant Collection: 


The following Dunia Designs products have been used:

Duo Templates Vol. 1 :

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.1.html

Good vibes: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Good-Vibes-Collection.html


Duo Templates Vol. 2:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Duo-Templates-Vol.2-Dunia.html

Vibrant: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Vibrant-Collection.html

Friday, August 11, 2023

Vibrant Collection | Dunia Scraps

I've been invited to be a guest on Dunia Designs for the next 3 months.

This layout has no photos, but is all about our disappointment in not getting THE email after registering for Taylor Swift tickets. 

Man oh-man... Such disappointment to be put on the waitlist. 

We've heard since, that over 33 million people registered. [Keeping in mind that the population of Canada is just over 38 million] Also, she's only coming to Toronto, which is the first hurdle, but we thought if we could get tickets, we'd cross that bridge when we got to it. 

We're not totally shut out yet. We still have a chance next week.  Crossing our fingers so hard. 

I was sure Mad had manifested this to come true... She's desperate to see this concert. Like so many others.

I can't remember an artist that has this kind of following. I'm so happy for her. I just wish we could see her in person too!


The following Dunia Designs products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/Vibrant-Collection.html


 

Wednesday, August 9, 2023

PL2023 - Week 22 | Sahlin Studio

Here's my layout for week 22 of my project life album.

  • Random fun photos on my camera roll and on IG
  • Me and my kids
  • Our weekly date moves to the outdoor patio.
  • We put up the trailer and are taking stock of what we have/need. 
  • Finally, going through Mum's things. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

Create Elements - https://the-lilypad.com/store/CREATE-Kit-Sampler.html

Create Journal Cards - https://the-lilypad.com/store/CREATE-Journal-Cards.html

Thursday, August 3, 2023

August 2023 Template Freebie | Sahlin Studio

It's August which means that Sahlin Studio has released her free monthly template. 
The template can be downloaded through the entire month for free. To do that, follow this link

Here's what the template looks like: 



We just celebrated a grade 12 graduation here, so this was the perfect template to showcase some grad photos. 

I feel really fortunate that we were able to experience this, because when Mason graduated, in 2020 we were in full pandemic lockdown mode. 

To create this layout along with the free template, I used Sahlin Studio featured product for August. This entire collection, Celebrate, can be picked up for 50% off. Check out the info here:

It's super hard to get my head around the fact, that Mad is old enough to graduate. What does that say about her Dad and I? We don't feel like we're old enough to have any kids graduated, let alone two.  



The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

Template: http://sahlinstudio.com/free-digital-scrapbooking-template-sketch-august-23/
Celebrate Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/celebrate-kit.html
Celebrate Journal Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/celebrate-journal-cards.html

Wednesday, July 26, 2023

PL2023 - Week 21 | Sahlin Studio

Week 21 of my project life album focuses mainly on grade 12 grad... 

I can hardly believe that the baby has now officially graduated high school. How can that even be?? Yet it is. The evidence is here: 



The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

https://the-lilypad.com/store/celebrate-kit.html
https://the-lilypad.com/store/celebrate-journal-cards.html

Monday, July 10, 2023

PL2023 - Week 20 | Sahlin Studio

By week 20, there was finally signs of spring. 

It takes so excruciating long for the nice weather to get here, and then when it does, BAM, it's hot.

That seems to be the way the weather is happening here now. Our new normal. Though we did need to replace our furnace this winter [it stopped working during the coldest week in December] we weren't in the financial position to add A/C on at the same time. 

So once again, the house gets stifling... 

Without further adieu, week 20:


  • Cherry tree blooms. So beautiful, I wish they lasted longer. 
  • Our first patio beer during our tutor session date. 
  • Finally, enjoyed a morning coffee on the deck. 
  • Make up practice for Fairy Foxglove. She's so excited about her job at Calaway this summer. 
  • Work photo that I've covered for privacy, though she'll be in 1000's of peoples photos this summer. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

Spring Stories Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Spring-Stories-Kit.html




Thursday, July 6, 2023

July 2023 Template Freebie | Sahlin Studio

Happy July! Can you believe we're already halfway through 2023? How is that even possible? 

The start of a new month also means the release of a new free template from Sahlin Studio. Here is the free template for July, follow this link to download the template for free.



12x12 in size, with lots of spots to add your own touches. Here's my version of it:


I also used July's featured product on this page, Project Mouse (Paradise) This collection is on sale for 50% off through all of July, so get it now while you can for this great price! I used the entire bundle on this page, but you can pick up individual pieces [paper/elements/journal cards/word art] for 50% off as well. 

We had such a great family vacation last year. We went to our happy place, the west coast. We enjoyed a week together hanging out and beachcombing.  I hope to get back to there soon. There's something so soothing about hearing the waves crash.  

I don't know how many more family getaways are in the cards for all four of us but I sure enjoy our time together when we're able to make it happen. [And I tend to think that as long as we're paying, they'll continue to join us]

The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

Template: http://sahlinstudio.com/free-digital-scrapbooking-template-sketch-july-23/

Project Mouse (Paradise) Bundle: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Paradise-BUNDLE.html

Tuesday, June 27, 2023

PL2023 - Week 19 | Sahlin Studio

Here is week 19 of my project life ablum:

  • Such a softie for all living things. 
  • My first dandylion of the season. Love that I still get them handed to me.
  • Happy to see our city coming back to life after winter.
  • Forcing my kids to take photos with me on Mother's Day. 


The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

http://sahlinstudio.com/free-journal-cards-currently/

Monday, June 12, 2023

PL2023 - Week 18 | Sahlin Studio

A lot of very exciting things happened this week. In order to capture them all, I made collage type layouts. I didn't want to miss out on a single picture!!

Here is week 18:


  • We had an 18th birthday [and a very first trip to the pub]
  • Mason went to visit his Aunt in Phoenix, AZ.
  • Barry and I saw REO Speedwagon, and they were so awesome!
  • Watched the King's Coronation. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

PM  Celebrate Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Celebrate-Elements.html 

PM Celebrate J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Celebrate-Journal-Cards.html

Sunday, June 4, 2023

June 2023 Template Freebie | Sahlin Studio


Here is this months template freebie from Sahlin Studio. To download it for free, follow this link. 



I decided to capture the memories of a recent concert we went to, REO Speedwagon. It seems like we're definitely making up for the lost Covid years. We've enjoyed seeing live music once again. Especially bands we grew up with listening to their awesome music. 



I love that templates allow me to drop in pictures and tell a quick story. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

Template: http://sahlinstudio.com/free-digital-scrapbooking-template-sketch-june-23/

Paper piercing Stitch Holes - Basic: https://the-lilypad.com/store/paper-piercing-stitch-holes-basic.html

Holly Days paper: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Holly-Days-Papers.html

Holly Days Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Holly-Days-Elements.html

Tuesday, May 30, 2023

PL2023 - Weeks 15 & 16 | Sahlin Studio

I combined weeks 15 and 16 this week. 

We're at the time of year where everything is brown and dirty looking. The majority of the snow melted [only to fall once more] and nothing is coming up out of the ground yet. 

This is the time of year it's especially hard to see people post photos of blooming fruit trees, tulips, daffodils. Even the crocus. But as the days grow longer, we at least know it's coming. 


  • Libby watching a jack rabbit in the next yard. 
  • Mad finishing off her orientation shift.
  • It's snowing again. 
  • Trying to come up with a way to make our patio more private. 
  • Still enjoying our  weekly 55 minute date night at the pub. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

ViewPoint Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/viewpoint-kit.html

Viewpoint J. Cards:https://the-lilypad.com/store/viewpoint-journal-cards.html


Thursday, May 18, 2023

PL2023 - Week 14 | Sahlin Studio

I used fun pops of colour to document week 14. 

It was such a treat to see a bunch of blooms at Golden Acres. Feeling hopeful as spring approaches. 


  • When it's still chilly outside but the snow is beginning to melt a trip to the garden centre does wonders for the soul. 
  • We saw Pretty Woman. The first show of the new Broadway Across Canada season. The main characters had amazing voices. I was curious how this story would become a musical.  I forgot how sexual this story was, which is funny. After all, the premise of the story is, Edward picks up a hooker to be his fake girlfriend for the week he's in town...
  • Making a mega stuff oreo cookie epic. 
  • Date nights, just the 2 of us, are getting more common again. 


The following Sahlin Studio products were used:

PM Pop Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-POP-Elements.html
PM Pop J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-POP-Journal-Cards.html
PM Pop Word Art: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-POP-Word-Art.html

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Guest Pollywog Team - February - April 2023 | The-Lilypad

I'm finally sitting down to blog about my guest spot at the-lilypad. I was lucky enough to be asked to be a guest on the Pollywog Team, February through April. 

To say my first few weeks onboard were overwhelming, is an understatement. 

But once I got comfortable with the workload, I had an absolute blast with it.

There are things happening at the-lilypad every week. Every Wednesday is SOSN [something old, something new] A designer chooses one [or multiple] product/s from their collection that can be picked up for 50% off it's regular price!

Friday is new release day. Designers release new product which is typically discounted 20% off through the weekend. 

The first Friday of every month is BYOC [Bring your own computer] Mix and match products which  allow you to build your own kit.

In 3 months, I created 52 different layouts to showcase and highlight the work of different digital designers. All of my layouts can be found in the-lilypad gallery here. I didn't blog about them, because with multiple layouts a week, it would have been too labour intensive. 

But here's a super quick look at the layouts I created: 




I have nothing but accolades for all of the designers at the-lilypad. Such an amazing group of individuals that have tireless energy and creative ideas. It was such a super experience. 

I had so much fun going back over older photos [especially the ones where the kids were little] and scrapbooking them. My goals is to create a digital book with all the layouts I created.

It's never too late to do your memory keeping and story telling.

Monday, May 8, 2023

PL2023 - Week 13 | Sahlin Studio

The end of March and April ended up being quite busy months for me. I got a job!! After losing my mum in November of 2021, I spent a lot of time the year that followed, alone and in my head.  I don't think it was best for my mental state. So I found myself a part time job. I haven't worked for a long time, and I felt ready for something.  I already know I'm going to enjoy it, and the fact that I worked for 7 weeks and basically have the rest of the summer off is a bonus. 

Here's week 13 of my project life album.


  • Good walking shoes for work are a must. I will likely get another pair too. 
  • A quick shot of where I'm spending some time at work. 
  • Nitty Gritty Dirt band with my brother. A great concert at the Jubilee.
  • Yard work at Grandma & Grandpa's. Barry and the kids were outside working, I was inside visiting, while they watched the work taking place. Love it. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

Wednesday, May 3, 2023

May 2023 - Template Freebie | Sahlin Studio

Happy May! 

Here's the template freebie for May from Sahlin Studio. [Download here] I also used Mays' featured product, the Pure Happiness collection. It can be picked up through the remainder of of the month for 50% off it's regular price! 


I decided to do a quick layout some of my selfies with Miss Libby. Gosh I'm crazy about this little hound. Lucky for me the feeling is mutual. 



The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

May Template: http://sahlinstudio.com/free-digital-scrapbooking-template-sketch-may-23/
Pure Happiness Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/pure-happiness-kit.html
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Sunday, April 30, 2023

PL2023 - Week 12 | Sahlin Studio

Here's week 12 of my project life album. 

I'm delighted to say that winter finally seems to have left us. We turned a corner, and have enjoyed the most glorious sunny weekend. 

Temperatures are to stay lovely this whole next week. I'm here for it! 

  • A fun girls night to Jubilations to see Mamma Mia
  • Lunch box group photo
  • My birthday. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

PM  Celebrate Elements: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Celebrate-Elements.html 

PM Celebrate J. Cards: https://the-lilypad.com/store/Project-Mouse-Celebrate-Journal-Cards.html

Thursday, April 20, 2023

PL2023 - Weeks 10 & 11 | Sahlin Studio

I have been super busy lately, and sadly project life stuff has taken the brunt... 

Here is another page in my project life album, combining weeks 10 & 11. 

  • The snow seems never ending.
  • Crafting around here, always on-going.
  • The end of another hockey season. 

The following Sahlin Studio products were used: 

Like A Boss Kit: https://the-lilypad.com/store/like-a-boss-kit.html