Love, Joleen Photography Blog

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1. I loved this idea on the Paper Source blog. These turned out so cute!

2. Raspberry Lemon Drop from California Pizza Kitchen. Delish!

3. This lovely spread is from Trader Joes and was part of our most recent Crafter's Night Out.

4. Looooooove how my nails turned out! ♥ Sally Hansen Hard As Nails (Twisted Pink); Sally Hansen Nail Art Pen (Neon Pink); Hot Kiss Glitter (don't use a top coat!)

5. Sweetest little Knit Heart Coin Purse. Had to have this! The most unique Valentine's Day gifts found here. I especially love Shakespeare's Love Sonnets (gorgeous illustrations and lettering) and this Honeysuckle Mercury Glass Candle (it smells divine!) 

6. Sample Valentine favor/treat. To make this you need: Jars (can be found at thrift and antique shop used or at the grocery/big box store new);  Valentine Hang Tag Kit, Hearts Shapes Pack (simple but I've used this for tons of projects!); Burlap or other fabric; Cord or ribbon; Fired Brick Distress Ink (optional); Stickles Glitter Glue for embellishing; Foam Squares (optional; I'm obsessed with adding dimension); Valentines Rubber Stamps (embossing supplies optional but recommended).

*The views expressed in this blog are my own. They have not been reviewed or approved by Paper Source.

Checking In

You may have noticed a simpler look around here. I've just switched from my Pro account to a free one because I cannot justify the extra $16.00 per month right now. ;) I've neglected my little blog for too long and have plans to touch base way more often moving forward.

January went by entirely too quickly! 2012 is going to be a great year, I just know it! There have already been several bumps along the way but nothing crazy enough to steer me off course. Every day I make a conserted effort to be my best self and to seek God's will for my life. And if that doesn't work my grandma bought me this great doll. LOL

Valentine Hearts 12x12 Layout - Tutorial

Hi!!! I know it's been a gazillion years but I've just had one thing going on after another. I just wanted to pop in to say hello for now and to share a little tutorial. (Click on the image to enlarge.) Everything used on this layout can be found at Paper Source. Happy creating!!! ♥

*The views expressed in this blog are my own. They have not been reviewed or approved by Paper Source.