Free Pattern: Makeup Remover Pads


I've been making a zillion of these lately.  I ran out of cotton pads for my makeup remover and toner, and I had a bunch of cotton yarn, so I thought I'd save a tree (or some cotton plants) and make some re-useables.

These would also be a great gift, paired with some pretty soap or a few washcloths.

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Fireman Luka!

Just last week Mama and Papa La-La (Irina and Eric) of La-La Land Crafts introduced new and fabulous images.  A new Marci and a new Luka to add to the Playtime Collection plus another Girlfriend - introducing Jesalyn! For now they are available in DIGI format only, but in a few short weeks they will be released in RUBBER!!

Today I decided to work with this unbelievable cutie pie...Fireman Luka!!  I have to admit that this is a project that I will be working on further, but I'm happy with the base and wanted to share it nevertheless.  I love working with wood and decided to try this large letter purchased from Joann's.  The Cuttlebug was used for lil' Kayden's name and the paper is all held together with Modge Podge...ok, ok, I know it's actually Mod Podge, but saying MODGE Podge makes me smile more! LOL! I also colored my little Fireman with Copic.  And for those of you who don't know who Fireman Luka's lil' four-legged buddy is, his name is Tuffy!


We'd love to see what you create with any of the darling images so don't forget to upload them to our Customer Gallery.

Have a great day!
Renate'

Hey HOT STUFF!

1LuvnMama is here with today's post. I hope you have a hanky in hand to wipe away your sweat . . . some HOT STUFF is coming your way! :) It's Fireman Luka, one of the 3 new images released this week! You can get him in digi form {HERE}. Don't worry, you will be able to get him in rubber real soon.

I jumped at the opportunity to create with this hunk because my hubby is a firefighter. If you're not familiar with the Honolulu Fire Department's firetrucks, you'll be surprised that our trucks are YELLOW, not red. As you can see, Fireman Luka is dressed just as a HFD firefighter would be dressed . . . blue shirt tucked inside his yellow turnouts. He wears black boots and a black helmet. Yes, the straps holding up his pants are red.

I thought I'd create a little scene for him. He's right on time to put that fire out!


Here's a close-up of Fireman Luka along with his trusted pal, Tuffy. Check out his pants . . . I sponged some Tim Holtz Pumice Stone Distress Ink to create the BLACK SOOT from firefighting. Too funny! :)


That's it for me! Thanks for visiting and have a great weekend!

Who Loves Sketches?

Hey there!

Today I (Kim) have something totally new to share! Well, it's still a card! LOL It's the image! Meet Jesalyn! She is one of the newest member of the La-La Land Crafts family! She was just released this week and is available in digi format. She is a part of the "Girlfriend Collection".

I was browsing online and came across this awesome sketch and I just knew that I have to use it for this pretty girl! I have so much fun putting this card together...for real!



I do hope you guys have a fabulous Friday and are looking forward to the weekend! I know I am! Have a great one, everyone!

Dress Up Marci available NOW!

Happy Saint Patrick's Day ! Jana here, and I hope you've all got your green on today, Marci sure does! I just LOVE this new Marci. Who didn't love to dress up when they were little? And wearing mommy's shoes? Always the best!! I actually colored this image at my Copic certification class, and Jennie helped me with it!! Cool, huh??


I knew I wanted to color her purple and green to match this fabulous Pixie-licious paper, and thought it was fabulous when I saw Irina had used very similar colors for the packaging. Notice the pearls I added to her necklace? I thought it would give her a little more dimension.


I colored the rose with my copic airbrush system, and colored the ribbon with a marker so it would all match. The card is a little bigger than I usually like to make, it's a full 6 by 6, but I wanted to take advantage of this fabulous paper, which really reduced the number of layers needed.

Now after you go download the newest digis, be sure to link up your creations on our customer gallery page, and you could WIN more La-La Land stamps! What are you waiting for?

Fancy Marci Mother's Day

Monday is my La-La Land Crafts day and I've been making Mother's Day cards again, Mother's Day is in early April for us in the UK this year.

I've made a heart shaped card and used the lovely La-La Land Crafts Fancy Marci which you can get as either a Digi-stamp or a Rubber Stamp.



Luv to all!

New Girlfriends Collection

Posted by Kris

Good Morning!!   I have 2 cards to share today, both using new stamps from the "Girlfriends Collection!"  Ally was released at winter CHA is available now in rubber or digi, and Jesalyn is brand new this week and is currently available in digi form, here on the blog (see "Digis" link above) and will soon be released in rubber as well. 

"Jesalyn"
 

I used this gorgeous new paper by Prima called "Madeline" and colored her with Copics.  The pink frame is actally cut out and popped on top of the designer paper she's sitting on. 

"Ally"
 

I've paired her with this big chair stamp (non-LLLC), and I paper pieced her top with the same Wisteria paper that I used in the background.  Crocheting double flowers is my new favorite thing to add to cards =) 
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In case you missed it, La-La Land is having 3 trunk shows in So. Cal this weekend!!  If you love make-n-takes and would like to meet the owners in person and be entered to win a Grand Giveaway, please read the deets HERE. 

Be Creative... Ink Something!

Photo Inspiration with an added Extra

Hello everyone,
Woweeee! we have been running this challenge blog for a year today!!!! I can't beleive it where has this year gone?
To celebrate Iam going to add to Lynettes prize by giving 8 digi's to a separate draw by Random .org.

I am just taking over our Vicky's post for a minute, to let all you lovely crafters know that from this week we are going to have challenges every WEDNESDAY FROM NOW ON!!
As most of you probably know we now have a digi team of fantastic crafters which I have been introducing all week with their lovely creations, these amazing Ladies will be running the challenge next week.
Please join us next week to give our new team LOT'S OF SUPPORT and you have the chance to win a lovely prize too!
ALSO, PLEASE JOIN US EVERY WEEK AS US GIRLS LOVE TO SEE ALL YOUR AMAZING CREATIONS.

Sorry Vicky over to you!
Teresa x

Good morning all you lovely peeps...how are you all? Well you have me (Vicky) as your host today.
First I would like to thank everyone who joined in with Vix'x 'Under The Sea' theme WOW....you are a talented bunch.....please pop back for the winner of that fab prize & to see who is in the Top 3...which will not be an easy task for poor Vix.
Secondly I would like to tell you that Teresa has added some new digi images to her store which are just fabulous, background ones too so why not pop yourself along to Crafts & Me, you will not be dissapointed.
Onto this weeks theme & I chose the theme this week & thought I would go for something a bit different.
You have 'Photo Inspiration' as your challenge this week but we also want to see 'Texture' as well. There are 2 photo's for you to choose from or you can use both as your inspiration the choice is yours...but please make sure you add some texture as well.
The fabulous prize this week is from our sponsor 'Sweet Pea Stamps' the lovely Lynette is

offering the winner a $20 Gift Card.

Here are the 2 inspirational photo's
or

Also 'Add Texture'

Now onto the fabulous DT inspiration......

Using Flapper 2 Melody available HERE



AMY
Inspired by the first picture and using Crafts and Me Turn to Hesed stamp available HERE

If you can dream it you can do it using Thumbelina Faith by Sara Burrier


SYLVIA
Inspired by the colors in the second picture, using 'Thumbelina Faith' by Sara Burrier
(please click on the image to view in full size)



TRISH
Using Violet Angel available HERE Personal Impressions Smooth White Card HERE 3mm White flat backed Pearls HERE and Pearl Glimmer Mist HERE
Inspiration is taken from Both Pictures

Used Heart on her Sleeve from Crafts and Me own range HERE. Flat backed pearls HERE


ANGELA
I used the second inspiration photo and chose to make the image "Mourning" by Sara Burrier look like an Avatar. I also added more texture by adding some Crackle paint by Ranger.


Inspiration Taken From Both Pictures.
Using 'Pink Lighning' only available here, Smooth White Card for stamping available here & Gold Glimmer Mist available here.



TERESA


I choose the 2nd picture as I love bright colours
The stamp is Jasmine Becket-Griffith Skulls and Stars HERE
Martha Stewart flower punch HERE
Little pearls HERE
Stars HERE




three NEW Digi stamps for YOU!

We've been busy here in La-La Land Crafts!! Irina and Eric have created three fabulous new images for you to play with!! A new Marci and a new Luka to add to our Playtime Collection plus another Girlfriend - introducing Jesalyn! For now they are available in DIGI format only, but in a few short weeks they will be released in RUBBER!!

Our sweet little Marci is busy playing Dress-Up this time, with mommy's shoes, a fabulous hat, and even some wonderful pearls. Who can resist this little sweetheart Dress Up Marci??

Our amazing DT Coordinator Kristine created this fabulous card to show her off.


Luka is also playing dress up, and he's got the garden hose ready to put out some fires as Fireman Luka, with his trusty dog Tuffy at his side.
Here is Irina's card to showcase this new Luka stamp.


And Jesalyn looks like she's ready to hit the town and paint it red! She's got the killer shoes, gorgeous dress, and fabulous earrings.


Don't you just love how Karen colored her dress, and that paper is fabulous!


Well.. you might ask.. when and where can I get these new digis?

TODAY!! RIGHT HERE!! RIGHT NOW!!

Just click HERE to go shopping!!

And for those who love rubber, don't worry they're coming soon! Stay tuned :-)

THREE Trunk Shows in So Cal!!


We have some GREAT NEWS to all of our La-La Land Crafts Southern California fans!!  Next week we will be in your area for not one, not two, but THREE Trunk Shows!!!  Below is our schedule, please call the stores directly to get on the list for our FREE Make-and-Take.  And, everyone who participates, will be entered into the drawing to WIN a GRAND PRIZE!!

Custom Impressions in Bellflower
Friday, March 18th, 5 pm to 8 pm
please call the store at 562-925-5927 for more information

Scrapbooking Made Simple in Santa Clarita
Saturday, March 19th, 9 am to 1 pm
please call the store at 661-298-1112 for more information

Collective Journey in Redlands
Sunday, March 20th, 1 pm to 4 pm
please call the store at 909-793-2200 for more information

We will bring ALL of our Marci and Luka stamp along with Ally and some animals!!  The NEW ones from Playtime Collection too!!  Come to make a card, meet both artists of your favorite stamp line and have fun!! 



See you there!!

HUGS!!