In the attic

Well we got down all the Halloween decor, boxed & packed them away in the attic, but while in there--- DD#2 decided to get out all the Christmas decorations & tree. I mean why 2 trips?? She likes to economize her energies and volunteered John's knees and back. So here is the "stash" waiting for ME to drag out and decorate the 'halls'. AND I haven't had my turkey & dressing yet!!



I did make 2 Door hanger's for the Christmas Season.. that is one in the above photo..and the other is hanging on our door, already!!

I went with the Jingle bell theme this year.. and made a dash to Hobby Lobby while their "greenery" was at 1/2 off prices. even the ribbons and many other Holiday goodies were on sale with 1/2 off prices all over the place.

with the aid of florist wire and wire cutters, I wrapped the goodies together and got this baby finished in minutes..I've had those snowmen bells since last year, but didn't get to use them since I was in Tx. for the Winter. ( I missed my crafts) So I started getting lots of goodies put together for the coming holiday.







We are headed out to dinner for Thanksgiving this year, so No Home Cooking,,,,,and NO MESSES to clean up afterwards. And hoping I will feel more like Christmas Decorating after I have a full tummy of Turkey.

Got your plans made for the Holidays?? Granny

Hummie Did IT...

I have PSE8 and I think Hummie works with PSE9.. not sure, but I've finally got Stripes!! I love 'em, but couldn't figure out on my own how to get straight lines.. So simple once you see how the Pros Do It. THANK YOU Hummie!!

Over at Hummies Blog she is doing a 30 day of Gratitude teaching and give away of her patterns.. now gals this is alot of work making up those patterns, sorting to give you progressive downloads and getting it all posted for you to grab _ All for FREE Then to download all her patterns to Flickr for permanent access!! I don't know where that gal gets all her energy!! (and she even used a joke I shared with ya last year that I found in my grandmother's recipe book!!)


Go HERE to see the video and learn the use of your Pattern tool and all you can do. I know it works in PSE8.. here's my first try. Will plug in the laptop later and do a trial in PSE6 just to see if I need an upgrade there.


I turned my first page (first try) 90 degrees because I like my strips tall and thin.
I love to make my own papers, so this is gonna expand my file for patterned pages.

Sorry about the interuption..we had to go vote!! And it is so painless! Well, the wind was a blowing and the temp was 40F. brrrr. but worth it. That is why I got out my hat, gloves and big thick coat, yesterday!! I knew it would come in handy soon..just not so soon.

Do You watch the signs of Mama Nature?? Well, I am from the generation who remembers her parents & grand parents talking about the butterflys, the willie worms, the corn silk, the crickets and the moon. "also, grannys predictions of a storm= "corns" hurting." And you know they are right on!!! I don't need TV to know that Storms of the equinox coupled with these predictions are just as accurate as our local meteorologist. It will be a cold, dry winter here in my area...according to the "signs" I observed.. Top that Mr. Meteorgist.!!

Carvers Extra-ordinaire

Quite the artist's touch... That's my kids! They are finally old enough to play with sharp objects!!!

Are ya ready?

For the Freeze that is coming our way? Darn it was only 22 degrees F here this morning and I've been froze all day.. Now tomorrow is another day..suppose to get sun and 72. I'll take it!! and hope for a few more. But Winters here in Ill. are very unpredictable. Mean while I can't wait to work on a couple pumpkins....well get the kids to work on them. Here is the before picture...

Basket ball size pumpkins..and they are clean & ready for the carvers.

Lets, see what else have I puttered around doing... well I did work out a couple Christmas ornaments Ideas. Clusters of green, red and gold with snowman bell at the bottom. Kinda Cute and easy. Just gotta have the right wire: get the florist light wire (20gage), put pieces together and wrap with the wire to hold it all together. I didn't do any steps of photos for these.. so play around and see what you can make. *the ribbon is the wire on sides kind with glitter and bling* And the folage I got on sale in the silk flower department.


OK, so I'm rushing the season, but I had to do something with my hands and the parts were just laying there looking at me. There..put them all together and what do ya got!! Pretty for the season.... I'm sure I'll be doing lots more before Santa comes a calling.

I'll be setting up my portable table and getting the yO yO angels done tomorrow... Their Hair is here!! No more bald sweeties!! And I can finish up the photos for step by step- show N tell.

Hope your week end is full of fun stuff.... Granny.

Freebie kit_ disco crop

Click Here for download.

Despite what the name says, it's not that large a kit.. it's just the Extra things I made to finish off pages for the Disco Crop at Scrapadilly.com this past week. Monday announcements will be made as to the winners. Paper and Digital. I was able to complete all 10 challenges..woo-hoo!

Use and enjoy...No CU.

Still getting those Angels lined up and ready to finish.. just have the Hair to glue on with a thread for hanging. Then I have four BELLs to make over into an ornament. One bell for each ornament on a bed of tree & flowers. Yes, I'll show you a picture of all when I finish.

It's rainy again today here in my area. Not too cold as yet, but we had "frost" yesterday morning...so Fall has Fallen.

I'm trying to catch up on all the political candidates here in our area... There is no way to tell who will do the Best job..for US. I just want to get those out who have caused our economic poverty. Yes, POVERTY. I don't care if they call it a resession. To most of the american populace..we find ourselves in POVERTY. Years of saving, planning and faith that our golden years would be financially sound---went out the window with the first bail out... Why Can't our politicians take the same blow as we have??

Crafty Me...

Getting ready for Christmas now that the Halloween decorations are up and I found some Christmas stuff mixed in with it. Funny how one little thing out of place can start a whole new train of thought and activity.. So I got my goodies all together at Hobby Lobby and went thru my fabric stash to make this year's Tree Ornament to hand out at the office. (DD#2's office since I am retired) And photos will follow later on after I start the "assembly" process. It's just in the planning stage for now. Think Angels and hold that thought til I get them done or documenting a how to?? Just a thought for now.








A question asked by a member at Scrapadilly got me started on template making in PSE8. I haven't done one of these in ages..and I have it offered up to you for FREE.. A one photo, 2 borders, a frame, 1 scalloped mat and journal lines.. it is in psd type file so that all the layers are there..even the hidden ones..LOL. Do I check my work?? Well, not always..I just create and let the chips fall where they may.. I do look over the presentation carefully as I make a preview, but Did I TELL ya, It's FREE.





DownLoad HERE... **click**

It's happening

Yup, the construction is in full swing just down the road a piece! Widening and putting in a sidewalk that will allow me to head down to BIG LOTS on my own..with my tricycle and shop til I drop!! It will take awhile for it all to get done, but At least the WORK is in progress.

And here is a mini kit to celebrate: The Basics....

Click on the image or the name . Let me know if there is a problem with the link and getting your download..by leaving a comment here on the blog.

Credits are in the download file..but isn't that Beagle the cutest?? TY GrannyArt. My oldest DD & son have a beagle and it sure keeps them busy. I made the string of pearls and papers myself.. Enjoy & LMK where you used them..like a link to your page/image.

Now back to decorating for the FALL.. I love the changing colors, but not the cold that follows. Brrrr....