Aloha, Ahoy, Aha!

“Aloha, ahoy, aha! And welcome to the mystery, romance, and adventure of Trader Sam’s Enchanted Tiki Bar. Here, at the edge of civilization, a poisons dart’s throw from the deepest, darkest, most dangerous region where the hand of man has never step foot, my fearless friend Sam established this happy outpost for all to enjoy!"

"Who is Trader Sam? Why, he’s the head salesman of the jungle, the one who’s always ready to trade two of his heads for just one of yours! His expertise in head-shrinking potions grew into an interest in mixology. Bitten by the bartending bug (just one of thousands he's been bitten by), Sam searched the Amazon, Congo, Polynesia, and every tropical locale in-between for magical ingredients to mix into his delectable libations."

“In the tiki bar business, it’s a jungle out there. But once Trader Sam began serving his exotic elixirs to tourists, the word really spread! So welcome aboard…ashore…or wherever you are! Cheers! Drink Up! Tulleeho! Kanpai! Prost! Kungaloosh! Ooogy Wawa! And above all, enjoy the time you spend with us at the world-famous Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar."

 

My new favorite watering hole in Disneyland!  Seriously, this place is a riot.  It's truly a must for Disney fans who love a cocktail.  The Jungle Cruise, the Enchanted Tiki Room, and the former (sniff, sniff)  Adventure's Club at WDW all come together...after being soaked in a bit of rum!

 

The tiki mask embellishment was a labor of love.  Mainly because of the rolled paper behind the mask.  DCWV paper is very thick and doesn't roll easily.  Needless to say, it took some time.  When I had lots of paper rolls competed, I lashed them all together with twine.  I love how it turned out! 

 

A BIG thank you to Tami (Disneyland Diva) and Matt (Mr Diva) for not only introducing me to this little tiki haven but also going back to retrieve some cocktail umbrellas and swizzle sticks for this layout.  I know it was tough to go back! ~wink~

 

Krakatoa!!!!!  

 

Supplies by: DCWV (Safari Stack), The Paper Company, Bazzill, American Crafts, McGill, Jolee's, Basic Grey, and Trader Sam's Enchanted Tiki Bar! (swizzle sticks and umbrellas)

Cricut Cartidges used: Easter Blessings (palm fronds)

Shrunken Ned

Just a bit of spare change and you can get advice from the jungle's only self-service witch doctor.

Sign me up!

Located inside the Adventureland Bazzar, this guy absolutely cracked me up. Several videos of Ned sharing his sage advice can be found on YouTube. They are all good for a giggle.  Once he has given you his little speil, a small ticket pops out for you to take home with you.  A bit of jungle wisdom in the form of a keepsake.  Mine read...

"Nothing in excess, including moderation."

Supplies by: Basic Grey (Hey You), Bazzill, American Crafts, and Tim Holtz

Friends

It was a gorgeous Southern California day at Disneyland with friends.  What more could a girl ask for? 

Tami (aka Disneyland Diva), her husband Matt (aka Mr Diva), and I had such fun! It was my first visit to the all new Cars Land at Disney's California Adventure park.  I was stunned by the incredible attention to detail they put into this area.  Exploring it with good friends made me just giddy!!

Supplies by: Basic Grey (Lime Rickey), K & Company, Bazzill, EK Success, Hero Arts, and American Crafts

Cricut cartridge used: Tie the Knot

Sketch Savvy #100

My Mind's Eye Lost & Found 3: Never Forget How Much You Are Loved and Happy Days

Love comes in so many forms.  This Valentine's Day, I'm thankful for the love of my dear friends. 

Supplies by: My Mind's Eye (Lost & Found 3) and American Crafts

Happy Days is Sketch Savvy #78

Bo Bunny Powder Mountain: Cards, Woofin', & Sweet Tigger

The colors in Bo Bunny's "Powder Mountain" collection are stunningly beautiful.  I made two layouts and two birthday cards with this collection because I just couldn't put it down! The collection reminders me of winter on the North Shore of Lake Superior. When the air is crisp and the snowflakes float on birch-scented breezes.  The last time I was there in winter was with my Tigger.  I miss him so.

Sweet Tigger

This layout features my Tigger peeking over the windowsill to watch the snowmobiles go sailing past. 

Isn't he just the cutest thing?

Woofin'

My Tigger loved to go running along the stone shoreline of Lake Superior in a frenzy trying to catch the waves.  He never could figure out why he couldn't catch them.  Or why he had to go potty constantly afterwards because of all the water he ended up gulping down in his quest.  February's freezing temperatures had me holding tight to his leash on this day. I had no intention of letting him get soaking wet trying to catch the waves in that frigid water.  He didn't like that too much.  Small waves came out from under the lake's solid ice pack and made the shards of ice tinkle like wind chimes.  Tigger seemed to think that was just the lake's way of teasing him for being restrained from catching waves.  So he just sat down and started woofin' at the lake! With all his might, deep from within.  He was actually kinda mad at the lake!

Birthday cards for my dear friends, Mark and Susie

Supplies by: Bo Bunny (Powder Mountain), Bazzill, May Arts, American Crafts, & Mark Richards

December Daily 2012 ~ Days 13 - Christmas

I completed my December Daily!  I'm quite proud of that fact, actually.  Not only did I get it done, I got in done in the month of December!  It certainly did it's magic in making me find Christmas cheer in each and every day.  This is one of the best Christmas seasons I've had in a long time and I credit that to this project.  So very grateful. 

 Day 13 ~ My winter stuffies look so cute under the tree!

 Day 14 ~ Travel Leaders Apple Valley Holiday Party

 Day 15 ~ A reunion of high school friends and an adorable ballet by a sweet girl

 Day 16 ~ Cookies & Cocktails round II!

 Day 17 ~ So excited about the decorations I bought for the upcoming Who Feast

 Day 18 ~ The Polar Express

 Day 19 ~ Gifts from some sweet clients

 Day 20 ~ Wrapping Christmas presents

 Day 21 ~ Rossettes from Mom!

 Day 22 ~ The Who Feast was such a fun night!

 Day 23 ~ A day in my scrap room making Christmas gifts

Christmas!

Christmas Gift for Mom

My creativity came from my Mom.  She is always busy working on her miniatures. So I enjoy making things for her for Christmas since she can really appreciate the time and effort that goes into such things.  This year I made her a small calendar to hang on her refrigerator using Graphic 45's "A Place in Time" Collection.  This was alot of fun to make and I;m really pleased with how it turned out.  I hope Mom will be too!

Supplies by: Graphic 45, Time Holtz, Maya Road, Making Memories, & May Arts