Scrappy Mom Contest

I came across a contest sponsored by Bella Blvd. and thought it had my name written all over it.  Scrappy Mom.  That's what I am.  The first line of the contest detail asked "Are you a busy but creative mom?"  I must say that I am.  So, in honor of mother's day, and in a quest to win $150 in scrappy product, I set out to create a layout documenting how much I juggle in my busy life.   My two favorite things are being a mom and scrapbooking.  This layout combined my love for both.  When people find out I'm a scrapper they often ask how I have time.  Actually, it's because I am a busy mom that I must scrapbook.  I must capture these crazy days and precious memories so that we can remember just how much busy fun we've had.  If I didn't juggle crazy weeks of kid schedules and a full time job, I am certain I would have nothing to scrapbook about, and no money to buy scrapbook supplies!  I want my children to be proud of me and know how hard I work to give them a good life.   

For this layout, I used papers from the All Inclusive collection, namely Billboards, Luau, and Skippin' Stones.  The papers worked so well with the chipboard and my homemade title.  I traced the word MOM on a piece of cardboard and cut it out with scissors.  Then I peeled away the top layer to reveal the corrugated core. I love the way it turned out!  Then for the rolled paper, I used a great two sided paper and cut slits about a half inch apart.  Then I used a lollipop stick to help me roll the paper.

For the banner at the top, I cut out individual circles from the Skippin' Stones patterned paper and folded them in half over a piece of cotton string.  I inked the edges and voila! a beautiful banner.

I'm pleased with how everything came together.  And I'm even more excited for a chance to win more great product!  Thanks for looking and thank you to all of the busy moms who inspire us to do what we love!