This kicks-off our Featured Facebook Projects so be watching your Facebook feeds to see all the fabulous projects created by our MAGNIFICENT Design Team!

Grillin’ It Up © Package (BEST Value Collection)

Great Grillin’ © Template

It’s Grilling Season © Digital Stamp Set

Summer papers © Digital Paper

Tiny Tucker Tab © Cut File

Starting Friday the 10th we will be featuring our VERY TALENTED Design Team on facebook using these products.  We will show you one project each day until we have featured each design team member.  So like us on facebook to follow our Facebook Featured Projects!

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]]> http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=4643 0 http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4637 http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4637#comments Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:34:29 +0000 Sara http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4637 Continue reading →]]> Well Kimberly is at it again!  She has made a terrific video tutorial to help you put together your very own Handbag © template!  If you like her video be sure to leave her a nice warm comment, she is fantastic and I’m sure would love the feedback. 

As we wrap up our April Release at My Time Made Eaay ™ LLC we typically offer a Year in Review. This month we released SO MANY amazing products that we are going to share another day of fun new projects so you can have as many ideas as possible with our products for April! Remember Mother’s Day is fast approaching, and it is always nice to do something special for her, or if you don’t have your mom around any more, and you have ANY woman/girl in your life whom you feel is special, then use these new items to create gifts that celebrate them!

Today you will want to visit:

• Lauren Meader
• Debbie Marcinkiewicz
• Jackie Randolph
• Karien vab der Westhuizen
• Kimberly Morrow
• Lisa Kind
• Lori Hairston
• Lori Kalus
• Mary Vogel
• Pattie Goldman
• Tangii Crain
• Tracy Holmes
• Wendy McGaffey
• Romaine Rancier
• Dawn Barwick

I decided to use my day to share a birthday gift for one of my friends!

She loves handbags, pearls, shopping, black, leopard, bling and wearing flowers in her hair!

So I combined all those loves into one great gift bag! I included a scarf, nail effects, nail polish, file, and some bath & body stuff she loves.

I created the Handbag template from a black cardstock, and layered on the leopard print from the Purse Patterns paper collection.

The tag that is on the bag was created using the Timed Write © set. It was fun and easy to do, and really MAKES the project complete.

The handbag image was designed after the Handbag template, and is from the Shop Til’ You Drop set.

I colored it to match the Handbag template I made.

I shrunk down the leopard print and clipped it onto the bag image. The L & E initials come from the Merriest Monograms © set. You could use that set to write out their name or whatever else you choose. The monograms in that set are simply stunning.

The flower on the handbag is removable.

I added some bling to the handles, and pearl details on the upper panel.

The pockets-those were so fun! I just cut a decorative layer and used a large scallop punch to add some pretty detail to the pockets.

I filled the bag with the gifts, and the scarf is acting as my “tissue” paper.

I love how it turned out, and I am certain she will too. I have to wait till May to give it to her, so let’s hope she isn’t reading!

As you can see making your own gifts allows you to TOTALLY customize your gifts to suit the people you are giving them too. You would be SO limited by what was in store if you tried to go out and BUY a gift/gift bag like this. The template becomes its own gift within itself.

How many people actually take the time to make you something? Now if they did wouldn’t you feel that much more special? I know I would. Plus you end up looking like a creative genius!

So there you have it! A plethora of gift ideas that should last you many occasions to come.

Return with us next month for another inspiring release.

In the meantime I wish you many days of creativity!

We have released:

4 NEW! Pretty Packaging Templates

2 NEW! Pretty Impressions Stamp Sets

2  NEW! Pretty Printable Digital Paper Collections

3 NEW! Pretty Pieces Cut Files

Also be sure you check out our  Pretty Package Collection, where you will always save 25%!

We’d like to introduce you to our 3 NEW Design Team members today who each have projects for you!

Wendy McGaffey 

Romaine Rancier

Dawn Barwick

After a warm welcome, please hop around and visit:

• Lauren Meader
• Debbie Marcinkiewicz
• Jackie Randolph
• Karien vab der Westhuizen
• Kimberly Morrow
• Lisa Kind
• Lori Hairston
• Lori Kalus
• Mary Vogel
• Pattie Goldman
• Tangii Crain
• Tracy Holmes

Now it is my turn to share some more GREAT ideas that we have this release.

There is a template I am quite excited about!!

I designed this specifically for my 13 year old daughter Alexa

Sole-Mate

Available in PDF, SVG, GSD, DXF, WPC

Completed Project Size:

2 3/4 Inch Wide

3 1/3 Inch Tall

8 1/2 Inches Long

Looking for a Sole-Mate? Then this is the perfect “sole” for you! Designed for my oldest daughter Alexa, this is a super fun and funky shoe that has endless design possibilities! Make it like your favorite classic sneaker, design it for the girls or the boys! A great gift box, or party favor, it is sure to be a perfect fit for any occasion!

Now if you really want to “step it up” a bit, you can make this sneaker and gift it in our amazing Shoe Box template! Be sure you check out our amazing set of images Sole-Mates, that coordinates perfectly with this template, as well as our inspiring collection of patterned papers that will really dress up this shoe, with very little effort!

I used the zebra print from the NEW Purse Patterns paper collection, printed on fuchsia cardstock.

I made a set with every “rocker” girl/boy in mind called Sole-Mates!

I think we can all agree this set is sure to put the fun into any project and convey the perfect message with “sole”!

The Sole-Mate is perfectly detailed, and sure to be a huge hit at any party.

Pretty HOT girl version don’t you think?

Now I will share the BOY version, as it is super easy to switch it up!

Made from just a textured black cardstock, and white accents this was definitely a jaw dropper at Noah’s friends birthday party!

It is so fun and actually easy to make.

I stuffed the sole full of candy and added a gift card to Toys R’ Us (always a great gift to have on hand too)

There are many tag options so I created mine to suit my needs.

What do you think? Pretty fun!!

A great one for the teens too.

Please view our Gallery for project samples, and alternative ways to use all our amazing coordinating products!

Also if you haven’t already, you can follow us on Pinterest, as we have over 16 pinboards full of ideas, we are also on Facebook-so LIKE US there, and follow us on Twitter!

We will return tomorrow for more great gift ideas previewing our latest products.

See you then.

In this tutorial I will be using GIMP 2.8. Why? Because it’s FREE!!! I know that older versions of GIMP will also have all the options I use here as well as Adobe Photoshop CSx Extended and even the cheaper Adobe Photoshop Elements. In other programs the steps may be a little different but with this knowledge you may be able to figure it out on your own. I know that GIMP and Photoshop are laid out very similarly. If you are wondering if your current graphics program will do this look to see if you have the option to add layers and if the layers have different blending modes as I discuss below. If you need help please comment here or on my personal blog post at Tweaks and Designs and I will look into it personally.

In this tutorial I will be using the Bangin’ Burlap Acorn Squash and Bangin’ Burlap Ganache from the Gardening Greats Acorn Ganache © digital paper set. The darker paper will give a bit of a darker result than the lighter paper, therefore I will be showing you the result of both.

This a a very QUICK 6 step procedure so get ready for the EASY! Don’t let the legnth of the blog post intimidate you. It’s only long as I have provided screenshots of each step.

Below is the color overlay on the lighter and darker colored papers to show you the difference. Also feel free to use different Modes from step 5 for different results:

I hope this comes in handy for you! If you have any question please comment here or on my personal blog post at Tweaks and Designs.

Have a wonderful day!
Sara

I hope you are able to celebrate with those you love most today.

To celebrate I’d like to share a quick poem

Easter Joy

Jesus came to earth,
To show us how to live,
How to put others first,
How to love and how to give.

Then He set about His work,
That God sent Him to do;
He took our punishment on Himself;
He made us clean and new.

He could have saved Himself,
Calling angels from above,
But He chose to pay our price for sin;
He paid it out of love.

Our Lord died on Good Friday,

But the cross did not destroy
His resurrection on Easter morn
That fills our hearts with joy.

Now we know our earthly death,
Like His, is just a rest.
We’ll be forever with Him
In heaven, where life is best.

So we live our lives for Jesus,
Think of Him in all we do.
Thank you Savior; Thank you Lord.
Help us love like you!

By Joanna Fuchs

Thank you to each of you who stop in month after month and visit us to see what is next. I know MANY of you have followed me and my family for many years, and the constant support has been life changing, so thank you!

Without further delay let me share with you who to visit:

Sexy Soles

• Lauren Meader
• Wendy McGaffey

Shoe Box

• Romaine Rancier
• Dawn Barwick

Sexy Soles

I have had these heels done and ready to go for SO LONG, it is fun that the time is now here.

Fashioned after a pair I own and love, I think you will love them too!

Available in PDF, SVG, GSD, DXF, WPC

Completed Project Size:

2 3/4 Inch Wide

3 1/4 Inch Tall

8 1/2 Inches Long

Sometimes you need a little something sexy, to slip a little something special into. Make this for any girlfriend, teenager, bride, or bride to be…this high heeled shoe is sure to dazzle them!

I packed up a gift card to Target in one, and some pretty silver nail polish in another, for a few gift or favor ideas.

I made these from black cardstock, trimmed with some dazzling BLING! The bottom has a red sole to mimic that famous shoe designer we all know and love, but most likely cannot afford, so now we can create our own and live vicariously!

The sole insert, and heel was cut from the Dainty Damask © pattern, recolored black.

I added some bling to the buckle of the shoe as well.

The back of the shoe has a tag from our NEW! Shop Til’ You Drop set, which was cut from the Fabulous Frames © cut file.

This makes the perfect gift holder or party favor for any occasion! Use this to hold a gift card, money, make-up, nail polish, mini liquor bottles, sexy underwear, chocolate/candy, or details for a invitation to a party!

Now if you really want to “step it up” a bit, you can make this high heel shoe and gift it in our amazing Shoe Box template! Be sure you check out our amazing set of images Shop Til’ You Drop, that coordinates perfectly with this template, as well as our inspiring collection of patterned papers that will really dress up this shoe, with very little effort!

Need something less “sexy”….try our Sole-Mate template! It’s a super fun sneaker

Now as you have seen, NO pair of shoes is complete without a box for them to fit into….

Shoe Box

Available in PDF, SVG, GSD, DXF, WPC

Completed Project Size:

4 Inches Tall

5 1/2 Inches Wide

9 Inches Long

Well it doesn’t get much simpler than this…here was have our own version of your standard shoe box! Sometimes you just need a great sized box, that is simple, but fashionable, and can fit so many great gifts.

If that is what you WANT, then this is what you NEED!

You can fit cards in here as well.

The box tag sentiment comes from the NEW! Shop Til’ You Drop set.

You can make the Shoe Box label read whatever you want it to!

That makes it so much more fun.

I love the bottom corner tabs on the ends as well. Sometimes it is the SIMPLEST of details

Think of all the great uses of your typical shoe box, then add to the fact that you can now create and customize your own for a plethora of amazing gifts.

This gift set was created to be given with the Handbag you saw from me in yesterday’s post.

If you feel excited and inspired then wait until tomorrow when we release all our NEW PRODUCTS!

You won’t want to miss them!

While I wish I could report sunny skies and warm weather that has yet to happen in New Hampshire.

I am certainly looking forward to nicer weather. As April approaches I am just in awe at just how fast time flies by. My children are growing quickly and I find that my life is ever changing from one season to the next.

It has been a while since I posted some family photos here, so here you go!

Doesn’t seem real to me that my kids are now 13-Alexa, 10 Noah, and 8-Amber.

I’m wishing I could just freeze time and enjoy every moment I am given with my children, husband and family.

The cute little faces I am use to looking at are changing, and my children don’t look like babies any more, more like little adults.

3 Pieces of my Heart

I am always thankful to God for each and every day that passes.

I’m thankful for health and well being of my family. I feel blessed beyond words.  Every day IS a GIFT.

I wish you all the same as we enter into a new season, and get ready to celebrate Easter.

With that being said the design team at My Time Made Easy ™ LLC would like to share some projects in celebration of our release on April 1st.

Here is WHO you can visit for a sneak peek at what it to come:

Handbag

• Lauren Meader <—you are here!
• Jackie Randolph

Sole Mate

• Mary Vogel
• Tracy Holmes

So without further delay let me get ready to share my project with you all.

This month we have a FABULOUS release for all the lovely ladies who like girly things

H is for Handbag 

Available in PDF, SVG, GSD, DXF, WPC

Completed Project Size:

3 Inches Wide

7 Inches Long

10 1/2 Inches Tall

I made this for my sister-in-law Heather for her birthday, and as you can see in the above photo, I loaded it up with all sorts of goodies!

Let this take the place of that all occasion, “typical” gift bag we give to our very best “girl” friend.

We have stepped it up with this super girly version of a “handbag”, that is the perfect gift instead! It is a gift within itself.

Fashioned after one of my personal favorite handbags, this template is large enough, and is just the perfect size for so many gifts! You can package up a new wallet, gift cards to a favorite shoppe, a collection of beauty, hair, or bath products, cosmetics, jewelry, a clothing item such as a shirt, scarf, gloves, nightie, socks, slippers or something homemade…to get just a few of the many ideas going!

Makes the perfect template for any occasion such as birthdays, holidays, bridal gifts, bachelorette parties, or party favors for any event!

Now for the personal touches I added to this gift

The Handbag was created from black cardstock, as was the decorative “trim” pieces. The handle was cut from white cardstock. The decorative layers were made using the Dainty Damask © collection, recolored to black, and the diamond pattern is from the Flutters and Flowers ©.

I made a monogram tag using the frame & letter H from the Merriest Monograms © . It is such a stunning set, and it really made this gift a WOW! The tag was cut using the Fabulous Frames © cut file.

A girl can NEVER have too much BLING! I added some bling stickers around my buckle which was cut from a silver cardstock, and added bling to the handles as well.

On the pockets I lined them with a string of pearls, and some pretty felt roses that can be removed and added to your shoes, or a headband!

This template has an amazing collection of Pretty Printable Paper called Purse Patterns that is sure to help you create a simply stunning handbag with little effort! We are also releasing the Go Shopping collection too, so don’t miss that!

Want to “step it up” another notch? Pair it with the Sexy Soles template!! Nothing goes better with a great handbag, than an even sexier pair of shoes!

Just endless possibilities for packaging up some amazing gifts for any girl in your life!

Now if you LIKED that you will LOVE everything else we have to release this month, so please stay tuned, and return tomorrow for MORE!

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]]> http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?feed=rss2&p=4600 2 http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4595 http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4595#comments Mon, 04 Mar 2013 20:44:27 +0000 lauren http://mytimemadeeasy.com/blog/?p=4595 Continue reading →]]> Our design team has really pulled out all the stops on the latest and greatest projects for the March Release. You will NOT want to miss what they have created. In addition to all the inspiration you will receive you can have the oppourtunity to win a $10 gift certificate to our store!

So, like a bunny, hop on over to see all the creative NEW ideas, and leave a comment for your chance to win here:<—CLICK IT!

LIKE  our post on our Facebook Page, and share it on your wall for an additional chance to win a $10 Gift Certificate.

Winners announced on the 7th!