Altered file folder record keeper

My dog, Dugan, has been a great addition to my life.  I record information about him.   I use a tag, but I ran out of space after having him for more than a year.  I wanted to make a log for keeping his records.  I started him on a new eating plan in an effort to pinpoint the source of his allergies.  The vet has been expensive and not really helpful.  So, I am resorting to my own troubleshooting and home remedies; documenting is very important to this process.  

This is an altered file folder album that I made. 

Painted, collaged and misted cover flap

 

There are 4 big panels and one small panel to write information.  Also there is a tag and pocket.

 

 
 I may add another pocket. I do like the informal feel of the paperclips.








I feel better after making this new record keeper.  I hope Dugan stops itching soon.  And that I find out what is causing his allergies.  He is really loving the food I am making for him, but I think he misses his treats.

Thanks for stopping by.  I hope you come again soon.

Day Four: Hot Fun in the Summer Blog Hop

Welcome to day four of the Hot Fun in the Summer blog hop. I, along with some talented crafters, have teamed up to share cool craft projects that display summer fun! Of course, a blog hop isn't complete without blog candy! There will be giveaways on various blogs throughout the hop! Plus there will be a SOC (Scraps of Color) blog hop gift awaiting one visitor!! To be eligible for that prize, you must comment on all the blogs by Mon, June 25 at 11pm EST. From all who are eligible, one lucky reader will be randomly drawn. The winner will be posted on all the participating blogs on Wed, June 27.
One lucky blog hopper will win:

Description: It's two kits--one is a 6x6 album starter kit, including a 6x6 paper pad, stickers, and flowers from My Minds Eye. There's enough product for the album and two cards. The other is an Archivers Designer's Favorites kit, vol. 1. It comes with some Bazzill cardstock, patterned papers, Thickers alphas, and all kinds of embellies.

Joy in the journey is the first blog in the blog hop. So you are in the right place. The other blogs in the hop are listed below. There is also blog candy here! To win the following prize from 'Joy in the Journey' all you have to do is the following:

1. become a follower (or already be a follower) of this blog
2. leave a comment on any of 'Joy in the Journey's' blog hop threads by 11 P.M. EST Monday, June 25, 2012. Only one comment per post.
3. Comments on each day's post are entered for a chance to win. (so if you leave a comment on each project you will be entered to win the blog candy multiple times)

The winner will be chosen randomly. All winners must reside in the continental US. Here is the prize:

  

 

Earthtones

Here is the project:

Summer would not be complete without my little guy, DUGAN.  I made the toilet paper roll mini for him.  It is vertical and each page has a tag.

Side view

front of closed mini album

 first page



 I may add some ribbon to the top of the album and some more embellishments.  This was fun to make because it is crafting, but mostly becuse DUGAN is so darn cute. Do I sound biased? lol

 YOU ARE HERE:Tina http://www.parablesproductions.blogspot.com/

Sheryl http://gemzisle.blogspot.com/
Lorie http://lorie-thepeddler.blogspot.com/
Suz-que http://suzqucrafter21.blogspot.com/
Cyndi http://nashvillesscrappinsisters.blogspot.com/
Qadirah http://alilcraftydiva.blogspot.com/
Margaret http://margaret-ilovecrafting.blogspot.com/
Tiare http://classygirlmusings.blogspot.com/
Jetti http://gigi-zone.blogspot.com/
Felisa http://felisa21.blogspot.com/
Cassie http://cassiescraftcafe.blogspot.com/
Kristen http://1206designs.com/
Sharette http://scrappernthemaking.blogspot.com/
Kate Blue http://kateblue.blogspot.com/
Caryn http://thescorpiancrafter.blogspot.com/
Princess http://www.papercraftingparadise.blogspot.com/
Cheryl http://onecraftyncpeach.blogspot.com/

Thanks for hopping along with us.  I hope you come again soon.

Paper bag mini album

Here is another one page album.  These are becoming addicting.

Here is the front cover.  The pp is like a doggie newspaper.

The inside has a pocket for mini tags and a photo mat.  The little dog is a cricut cut.

The back cover and tags.  There are lines for journaling on the back.

Materials

paper bag

ribbon from stash

bling

acrylic paint

glimmer mist

cs

pp

Paper Pups cricut cartridge

epoxy stickers

Paw stickers

brads

brown alphas

pigma micron pen

Paper bag mini

This is a paper bag mini with only one page.  I have been making these for my non-scrapping friends who are dog owners.  I got to thinking that several pages might be overwhelming trying to fill up.  Even as a scrapper it is sometimes difficult to journal and fill up a whole mini with pictures that I have on hand.  I usually have to print pictures specifically to fill the album.  For this one I used a Hershey's Chocolate bag.  It was a very sturdy texture.  Only thing is that I HAD to eat the chocolate first (LOL)

Before:

front and tags for journaling & pics                                                                inside & pocket with mini tags


this is my sister's dog Remi



 

back page

Materials:

chocolate bag

pp

cs

epoxy stickers

black soot ink

Dog stamp

mini journal line stamp

sakura glaze pen

glitter pen

inkssential white gel pen

ribbon from stash

glitter alphas 

What would you do...

...If you were this cute?





 

Hmmmmm...what clever ways can I use my cuteness to get hugs, kisses and most of all TREATS!!!

Thanks for stopping by.  I hope you come again soon.

Woah Doggie!

Every year I used to get together with my co-workers and have a Christmas luncheon.  I haven't worked for the company in like 4 years and we still get together.  I love that we built such a bond.  This year one of my gifts was for my dog, Dugan.  If he were bigger he would have knocked me over to get the treat.  For such a little guy he gobbled up that treat in less that 5 minutes.  Ken, Dugan thanks you very much and is licking his chops in anticipation for next year!

Thanks for stopping by.  I hope you come again soon.

Altered CD Album

Here is a mini album I did to hold pictures of my dog, Dugan.  I used old cd's.  Punched the holes with the crop-a-dile, adhered the paper with Yes glue, sanded the edges with my TH sander that I got in a RAK
(Thanks Chanequa!).  It is bound with a ring and I used ribbons and fibers to cover the ring.



Sentiments:Dugan, dugan, silly, smart & cute



Sentiments: It was love at first sight,
baby man, my guy, cute



one side is white based pp... 

...the other side is black based pp

Finished Mini Album!

Sentiment: It was (heart) at first sight.

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Another Layout

I found this pp in the clearance bin.  Dugan stands in his bowl when he wants more food.  I think this is hilarious!  And cute too.

Layout

My friend sent me this paper in the mail.  I scrapped Dugan's haircut story.  I think he has the best ears in the world, but I may be a bit biased (lol)

First Haircut



Dugan after the big chop



Dugan before the big chop



I felt like the lady on the Zyrtec commercial when she talked about being allergic to her dog Rufus (lol).  I was hoping having Dugan groomed would help with my allergies-and it did.  He seems a lot more comfortable too.  It has been very hot here.

 

I thought this was funny to catch Dugan with his eyes closed. 

He even walks differently after his haircut.  He is more playful and bouncy.  I think he is happy.

Thanks for stopping by.  Come back soon.

I did it!

I finally have a new man in my life...his name is Dugan.  He worships the ground I walk on and follows me everywhere.  He is a three year old shih-poo.  I toiled with the decision whether to get a dog or not for the past three years.  I had to consider my chronic pain, pet allergies, limited finances...and of course new carpet (LOL).  I wanted to be a good doggie parent.  I have lived in my current home for three years I have had ups and downs with my health, but overall I have been so blessed.  My needs have always been met and my space is well maintained.  I needed to stop worrying and just trust that if God brought a dog to me that He would give me ALL that  I needed to care for the dog.  So, now that the novelty of new carpet has worn off (lol) I took the plunge and allowed myself to be open to whatever God had planned for me.  When I prayed to God about a dog I asked for a free, female, little pocket book sized dog, and the means to care for the dog properly.  When I least expected it, God sent me a free, male, breadbox sized dog...and I trust all will go well in the care department.  How was that for scripture in action...

The mind of man plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps. NASB



Dugan resting



Nap time being interrupted by
 an excited new pet owner



Dugan was given to me by a friend of a friend who has to move and give away her pets.  It was a bittersweet situation for her and her family to find a home for Dugan.  My heart and prayers go out to them. 

I feel so blessed.  I love him already.  Getting a dog in this situation may be ideal for me.  Originally, I wanted a puppy, but Dugan is already house broken, car and crate trained.  In just 1 day he has learned to walk on a leash pretty well.  He is so smart.  I am glad that he listens and I anticipate the adjustment going smoothly.  Heck, I might need more time than he does-hahaha.  Dugan immediately took to the kids in the neighborhood.  On the first day I brought him home a swarm of kids came running down the street squealing "...a dog, Miss Tina has a dog!"  Then Dugan was loving all the kisses, pats and hugs that the children were bestowing upon him.  Somehow I think the petting sessions will be a daily routine-lol. 



CUTE, cute, cute!



He and I are off to a great start.  Now, I see why people always talk about their pets so much.  In just three days I have taken and e-mailed so many pictures.  I captured his first trip to the pet store, first bath, and of course his first visit to my craft room.  My friend in Arizona volunteered to get him a doggie bed.  Since he follows me to every room of the house...I got to thinking that he will NEED a bed in every room (bedroom, office, living room, craft room) lol.  So, at 2 a.m. in the morning I was searching the Internet for 'make your own' doggie bed tutorials.  I couldn't find a large enough remnant piece of fabric for the pattern I liked most.  I made a fleece pillow/bed just to tide him over until my pal sends his doggie bed.  Thanks to Helen for giving me the idea!

Thanks for letting me rant about my new family member.  Don't get comfortable...this will not be the last time I talk about him-LOL  So, uhhh...you will love it and learn to ohhh and ahhh an the appropriate times in my stories-hahaha.


Embroidered with his name



Checking out new bed