I'm Here . . . Now

Man, you'd think after 5 years of doing this, I'd get used to the chaos that is shipping week. But NO. No, I'm not. I try to temper it, change it, plan for it, adjust for it, expect it and it just stays its crazy-chaotic process. Maybe next month. :) Given that I've found a temporary lull in the madness, I've got some planned Croptoberfest things -- I'll get to winners from the crop later, hopefully today; I KNOW you can't wait. First 5 on Friday. Now, did any of you try this for the first time during the crop? If so, I hope you'll play along today. For you regulars, who love this challenge, here are your ingredients for today:

• 1 sheet patterned paper with large graphic
• 1 sheet cardstock
• 1 alphabet set (any kind: stickers, chipboard, rub-ons, etc.)
• 1 set of buttons, must have at least 5
• 1 frame

Outside of the above listed items, only journaling and title are allowed. You may however, alter the ingredients to create other elements; i.e. the alphabet can be leftovers that you create a background with, the buttons could be combined with cardstock to create paper flowers -- but you can only use the amounts listed. The layout is due, linked in the comment section, by Saturday evening. Have fun!

She's baacck. . .and she brings great things -- Cookie Jar Treats! Who is she going to be tossing into the pot? Congratulations -- Angels Way! Please email me at lori@apronstringsdesigns.com with your shipping information.

With the cooperation of a teething baby, I hope to list the winners from the crop later today -- stay tuned.