aka The Crafting Chemist

When I started this blog I had no idea what direction it would go... I'm a Mom, a Chemist, and a Crafter. This is my place to share my creative side and ocassionally brag about my kids. I hope you enjoy my creations and find some inspiration. Thanks for stopping by!

Tuesday, September 15, 2015

Make a Wish Matey!

Hello Crafty Friends!
 
Today is my day to share over at the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons blog.  This past weekend PPPR had a Pirate themed blog hop and there are the cutest new files in the PPPR store.
 
I used the "Treasure Chest Card" cutting file to create this gift card holder.
 
 

 
Details:
PPPR "Treasure Chest Card" cutting file
PCS "Wish Big" stamp set
 
This cutting file is the freebie this week!  But hurry on over and pick it up before the new freebie is posted on Friday!
 
Thanks for stopping by!
 
 
 

Saturday, September 12, 2015

PPPR Shiver Me Timbers Blog Hop

Happy Saturday Crafty Friends!
 
 
Welcome to the PPPR Shiver Me Timbers Blog Hop!  Argh!
 
If you came here from Gloria's blog, then you are in the right place.  If you just stumbled upon my post and would like to start from the beginning, please visit the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons blog.

Today we are sharing Pirate themed projects using Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons files.
 
For my card, I used one of the hop freebies.  Isn't he cute?!


 
Details:
"Pirate Parrot" cutting file - freebie in the store for this weekend only
Pretty Cute Stamps "Wish Big" stamp set

The blog candy for this hop is a $15 GC to the PPPR store.  For a chance to win, you must be a follower of each blog and leave a comment on each blog. For extra chances, you can also "LIKE" Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons on Facebook and/or sign up for the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons Newsletter.  A random winner will be chosen for the prize on Tuesday, September 15.

Also, don't forget to stop by the PPPR store and pick up the hop freebies.  They'll only be free during this weekend's hop, then it will be available for sale in the store.


And with this hop, we start the next PPPR Monthly Challenge.  Projects can be anything that are pirate themed and feature Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons files.  Link up your project here, by 11:55 pm CST on Saturday, Oct 3,  2015.  If you don't have a blog, you can add your photo to the PPPR Project Parade Facebook Page.
One random winner of a $20 Gift Certificate to PPPR will be chosen.  Our Design Team will also choose our PPPR Top 3.  Winners will be announced before our next challenge begins.
 
 
Thanks for stopping by!
 
 

Here's the lineup in case you missed a stop:
Lisa ~ http://prettypaperprettyribbons.blogspot.com/
Katy ~ http://scrappinkaty.blogspot.com/
Leah ~ http://leahschaeffer.blogspot.com/
Melissa ~ http://melissa-moecreations.blogspot.com/
Michelle ~ http://mumoftwoblog.blogspot.com/ 
Nicole ~ http://teachdanz.blogspot.com/
Ruth ~ http://paperandmusings.wordpress.com/
Sarah ~ http://sarahvaitstamps.blogspot.com/
Shannon ~ http://designsofapaddymack.typepad.com/
Gloria ~ http://gloriasgoofycraftspot.blogspot.com/
Kathy ~http://kathyand3kids.blogspot.com/

Tuesday, September 1, 2015

Nerdy Books

Hello Crafty Friends!
 
I hope you had a great summer and are adjusting well into the new school year! 
 
Summer is officially over in my house :(  We moved my oldest back to college this past weekend.  Taking her back is always bitter sweet.  We love having her home and hanging out is the best!  But I know she is off getting a top-notch education and preparing herself for her future :)
 
Today is my day to share over at the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons blog and I made a Nerdy Books shape card.
 

 
Details:
PPPR "Bookworm Couple" cutting files
I used both sets of books and stacked them.  I welded the bases of the cuts to create the stack base for the shape card.
Pretty Cute Stamps "Adorkable" stamp set
 
I just love the sentiments from this stamp set!
 
I made this for my daughter and will send it to her in her first care package next month.
 
Have a Great week and Thanks for stopping by!

Tuesday, August 18, 2015

I'm Nerdy and I Know It!

Hi Crafty Friends!

Today is my day to share over at the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons blog, and I am sharing a Nerdy Back To School shape card.


Details:
PPPR "Nerdy Hamster" cutting file
Pretty Cute Stamps "Adorkable" stamp set

Don't forget about the PPPR Monthly Challenge!  Link up your "Nerdy" or "School" themed projects here.

Thanks for stopping by!

Saturday, August 8, 2015

PPPR Smarty Pants Blog Hop

Happy Saturday Crafty Friends!
 
 
Welcome to the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons Smarty Pants Blog Hop!
 
You should have arrived from Lisa's blog, but if not, head on over and start from the beginning.  You won't want to miss any of the awesome projects today!
 
Today we are sharing with you "Smarty Pants" themed projects.  Think back to school, nerdy, etc.
 
For my project, I made a fun book mark. 
 

 
Details:
PPPR Primary Supplies cutting files, Crayon Box
PPPR Bookmarks cutting files
I cut the book mark twice and glued the two together to make it sturdier.  I also enlarged the bookmark a bit to avoid super tiny pieces in the crayon box.

 
The blog candy for this hop is a $15 GC to the PPPR store. For a chance to win, you must be a follower of each blog and leave a comment on each blog. For extra chances, you can also "LIKE" Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons on Facebook and/or sign up for the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons Newsletter. A random winner will be chosen for the prize on Tuesday, August 11, 2015.
 

When you're all finished hopping today, be sure to head on over to the PPPR store and pick up the hop freebie.  It will only be free for the hop during this weekend, and after that it will be available for purchase.
 
 
Today's hop kicks off the beginning of a new monthly challenge.  The projects can be anything that are school or nerdy themed and feature Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons files. Be sure to link up your challenge projects to the blog here.  Or you can add a picture of your project to the PPPR Project Parade Facebook Group, here

You can enter as many different projects as you want for more chances to win.  The challenge will run for 3 weeks.  You must link up your project by 11:55 pm CST on Saturday, August 29,  2015.
5.  One random winner of a $20 Gift Certificate to PPPR will be chosen.  Our Design Team will also choose our PPPR Top 3.  Winners will be announced on Friday, September 4, 2015.
 
Next up is Katy :)
 
Thanks for stopping by!

Here is the full lineup in case you get lost along the way:

Tuesday, August 4, 2015

Happy Chocolate Chip Day!

Hello Crafty Friends!
 
Happy National Chocolate Chip Day!
 
Didn't know today was the day to celebrate with a cookie?  Neither did I, but it's not too late! LOL
 
Today is my day to share over at the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons blog and I made a shape card to celebrate today :)
 
 
It almost looks yummy enough to eat!
 
Details:
Cookie from the PPPR Cookie and Milk cutting file
foam dimensionals to "pop up" the glasses
 
I hope you find a way to celebrate today!
 
Thanks for stopping by!
 

Saturday, July 11, 2015

Under the Sea Blog Hop with PPPR

Happy Saturday Crafty Friends!
 
 
Welcome to the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons Blog Hop!
 
If you swam over here from Gloria's blog, then you're in the right place.  If not, swim on over to Lisa's blog to start from the beginning.  You aren't going to want to miss anything!
 
Today we are sharing "Under the Sea" projects featuring PPPR cutting files.
 
Here is what I made to share with you.
 
 
Details:
white gel pen
sequins
 
Blog candy for today's hop is a $15 gift certificate to the PPPR store. 
For a chance to win, you must be a follower of each blog and leave a comment on each blog. For extra chances, you can also "LIKE"
Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons on Facebook and/or sign up for the Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons Newsletter. A random winner will be chosen for the prize on Tuesday, July 14, 2015.
Also, be sure you stop by the store and pick up today's hop freebie.  It will only be free Saturday and Sunday of the hop, only...then it will be available for sale in the store.

And... today's hop kicks off a new monthly challenge. The projects can be anything that are sea or ocean themed and feature Pretty Paper, Pretty Ribbons files. You can link up your projects to the PPPR blog, here.  One random participant will win $20 to PPPR.
 
Now you're ready to swim on over to Katy's blog.
 
Thanks for stopping by, and have a great weekend!

 
Here is the complete line up in case you get lost: