Random Vintage Finds: March 2012

Monday, March 19, 2012

Happy Cuttlebug Tuesday!

Challenge if you choose to accept it:

Create a children's card with an animal on it.

I am so glad I bought this elephant from SU.

It is totally not my style but I fell in love.

I did a special technique.

I am going to call it "color over glitter".

I used a special sticker paper that is made for glitter.

I sprinkled the glitter over the whole piece and used my finder to "buff" it into the adhesive. I then stamped the elephant on the glitter. Let it dry for a minute and then went at it with Copics. Yes, I colored over the glitter with the Copics. The glitter does not come off onto the markers.

Isn't that cool?!?!

Recipe:

Solid Paper: Papertrey Ink

Pattern Paper: Sassafrass

Ink: Distress Ink-red, Momento-black

Die Cuts: Spellbinders

Stamps: Stampin' up

Other: ribbon (SU), Gems (richards), sewing, Copics and glitter

We'd love for you to play along at The Cuttlebug Spot.

Friday, March 9, 2012

When is it going to be Flea Market time?

I must be itching to get to some Flea Markets.... I brought home all these magazines from the bookstore.

The Flea Market Style one is a new publication and I am now looking for the first issue (this one is the second issue). the Atomic Ranch is for my husband. He has an interest in decorating/remodeling our ranch home to look more period.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Cosmo Crickets Make A Difference Challenge Entry

Happy Thursday! That means tomorrow is Friday! WoooHooo.

Then Saturday is my Birthday! Jon and I are going to go to a couple Estate sales. That is our new Saturday thing. Since they are few and far between here in MN, we need to take all advantages.

Then we are going up to St. Cloud to see our best friends and get new smart phones. Right now we have what we call dumb phones, there is nothing smart about them.

Here is my card: It also works for this weeks Cuttlebug Spot Challenge (sewing).

Recipe:

Solid Paper: Papertrey Ink

Pattern Paper: Cosmo Cricket (Mr. Campy-plaid and Circa 1934)

Ink: Staz-on and Versa Color pinecone

Stamps: AMuse

Other: ribbon (May Art), pearls (Amuse), edge punch, sewing, wax thread (Close to my heart), and Copics (Y26, YR23 and Y15 to color the flowers and sentiment tag).

Tuesday, March 6, 2012

Happy Mothers Day!

Yes I know Mothers day is not until May 13th. But for this weeks The Cuttlebug spot we ask that you make a Mothers Day Card that has sewing on it (actual or faux). Then your card will be done early! Woo hoo.

Question for you guys... I am having issues with my Cuttlebug not cutting in the center. I use shims and bought new cutting plates (need new C plate still). What is it?

Recipe:

Solid Paper: Papertrey Ink

Pattern Paper: My Minds Eye

Ink: Versamark, black- Momento

Die Cuts: Spellbinders and SU large doily

Stamps: AMuse and October Afternoon

Other: ribbon (fancy pants), pearls (Amuse), edge punch, pins, sewing and embossing powder

We'd love for you to play along at The Cuttlebug Spot.

Monday, March 5, 2012

Copic storage and some new fun finds.

I use an old industrial utensil holder from a dishwasher. I found it at one of the thrift stores I shop. Don't remember which one. It works perfectly. It is divided into 8 sections and has handles. But, as you see it is getting pretty full. I might have to change storage pretty soon.

Here is another one I found online that would work well too.

I also got my order from Product Performers and A Muse in the mail on Friday.

New stamp sets from A Muse.

Fun paper pads, ribbon and tape.

Washi tape from Cosmo Cricket

Fibromyalgia Fact Sheet: Yes, I have it!

Fibromyalgia (pronounced fy-bro-my-AL-ja) is a complex chronic pain disorder that affects an estimated 10 million Americans. While it occurs most often in women, it strikes men and children, and all ethnic backgrounds. For those with severe symptoms, fibromyalgia (FM) can be extremely debilitating and interfere with basic daily activities.

Diagnosis:

The FM diagnostic criteria, established by the American College of Rheumatology (ACR) in 1990, includes a history of widespread pain in all four quadrants of the body for a minimum duration of three months, and pain in at least 11 of the 18 designated tender points when a specified amount of pressure is applied.
Since people with FM tend to look healthy and conventional tests are typically normal, a physician knowledgeable about the disorder is necessary to make a diagnosis.
Physicians should rule out other causes of the symptoms before making a diagnosis of fibromyalgia.

Symptoms:

Although chronic, widespread body pain is the primary symptom of fibromyalgia, a variety of other symptoms are common in FM patients. Symptoms include: moderate to severe fatigue, sleep disorders, problems with cognitive functioning, IBS, headaches and migraines, anxiety and depression, and environmental sensitivities.
Research has documented neuroendocrine physiological abnormalities that may contribute to the symptoms.

Causes:

Recent research has suggested a genetic component. The disorder is often seen in families, among siblings or mothers and their children.
Fibromyalgia often occurs following a physical trauma, such as an acute illness or injury, which may act as a “trigger” in the development of the disorder.
Increasing attention is being devoted to the central nervous system as the underlying mechanism of FM. Recent studies have suggested that FM patients have generalized disturbance in pain processing and an amplified response to stimuli that would not ordinarily be painful in healthy individuals.

Treatment:

Since there is no known cure for FM, treatment focuses on relieving symptoms and improving function.
A variety of prescription medications are often used to reduce pain levels and improve sleep. On June 21, 2007, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved Lyrica (pregabalin) as the first drug to treat fibromyalgia. Cymbalta (duloxetine HCl) was approved in June 2008; and Savella (milnacipran HCl) was approved in January 2009.
Alternative therapies, such as massage, myofasical release, acupuncture, chiropractic, herbal supplements and yoga, can be effective tools in managing FM symptoms.
Increasing rest, pacing activities, reducing stress, practicing relaxation and improving nutrition can help minimize symptoms and improve quality of life.