Lent Day 13

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NEW March Journal Releases from Lot95Designs

Good Morning. I just wanted to share our NEW Journals for March that are in the shop. We have Amazing Grace which is Hymns based on Scripture and Persistence which is all about keeping focused on your goals with encouraging quotes to keep you motivated. Both are up in the shop  along with all the extras (sold separately) available and on sale for 15 percent off until March 1, 2018. Below is an introduction journal so you take a peek inside.

To see all our NEW products..come pop by our little Etsy Shop Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

The First Kiss of Spring Book Review

The FirstKiss of Spring

Welcome to Eternity Springs! Meet Caitlin who is making a change and coming home to Eternity Springs from a corporate job in New York. Meet Josh who is a stranger to  Eternity  Springs but is fitting in quite well despite his secretive past. Caitlin and Josh first run into each other at a wedding and the sparks fly. What Caitlin doesn’t know when she first meets him, is that Josh lives in Eternity Springs. As the story continues Josh is trying hard not to fall for Caitlin, but Caitlin is very certain about her feelings for Josh. Will he give in to being pursued by this very persistent young lady? Can she help him face his past and put it behind him once and for all? Will the town of Eternity Spring see another happy ending?

Within a few pages of reading this book I knew that Emily March was quickly becoming a favourite author of mine. I love how she winds the lives of Caitlin and Josh together along with their families and friends. I also loved how she made Caitlin a strong willed female who was the pursuer in the relationship.  I also felt as I read on that their story was not the first romance to happen in Eternity Springs and found out I was reading the 14^th book in the series. The book was excellent as a standalone novel, but it didn’t take me long to go find book number one and order it. A beautiful story written by an amazing author.  I was so graciously gifted this book from St. Martin’s  Press  for my unbiased review.

 Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

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On Instagram Today - Lent Day 11

Lent Day 11

On Instagram Today- Lent Day 9

Lent Day 9

On Instagram Today - Lent Day 8

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My 2018 Lent Journey Day 1 - 7

Good Morning! I just wanted to pop in today to share my Lent project for 2018. I have had the book "40 Days with the Holy Spirit"  on my desk for a few months now waiting for Lent to begin. It's not a Lent devotional, but it is a 40 day journey, and I've always wanted deepen my relationship with the Holy Spirit. In our Facebook group "Praise & Pray Bible Journaling" there are a few different books and plans our group is doing, so it's very enlightening to read all the journaling and see how everyone is documenting their Lent journey. I am also reading "Grace and Hope" which is a Lent devotional. Both books are bringing me such clarity and are preparing me for the Easter season so well.

On the art side of things, I made up a little "dori" with an insert from a Travelers Notebook and some scrapbook paper. I created a few sticker bundles for Lent to help us pretty up our pages. You can find those in our Etsy shop. I've included my pages for the first week of Lent. I love playing and mixing in embellies from several collections. Thanks so much for stopping by! Blessings for a beautiful day.

To see all our NEW products..come pop by our little Etsy Shop .Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

Midwife in Behruz - Book Review

Meet Layla…a girl who lived in Behruz as a child, but now resides in the United States as a midwife. Layla is also engaged to Dan, a childhood love. Laya travels to Behruz to attend the wedding of her Uncle who also happens to be the Sultan. Layla believes she will attend the wedding and carry on back to the States to plan her wedding. She get involved with the Sultan and his new bride as they begin to plan their family. Now this is where the story takes an interesting twist.

Meet Majid. He is a doctor that was born and raised in Behruz. He has customs and protocol for working and living in his country. His family is traditional and hasn’t had the best experiences with Americans. But one day, his clinic door opens and there stands Layla in one of her funny midwife tshirts.

The story twists and turns from there. Layla has an admiration and an attraction to Majid. Majid sees Layla as an experienced midwife and a beautiful woman who has come into his life in a whirlwind. Their relationship grows and we wonder what will happen to Layla and Majid.

Judy Meadows beautifully draws the reader not only into the lives of Layla and Majid, but also the lives of their families, past and present. We learn about a different way of life, customs and traditions of the middle eastern culture. The story blends two lives into one beautiful romance.

This is the first book I have read by Judy, and it will definitely not be my last. I was drawn into the story right from the first paragraph. I can’t wait to read another one of her books. I was so graciously gifted a copy of this book by Judy Meadows for a honest review. Now I’m off to find another book by this amazing author.

Thanks so much for popping by! Have a blessed day
 Lynn

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On Instagram Today - Lent Day 3

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Praise Binder Weekly Wrap Up

 Morning Everyone! Happy Friday! Today I'm catching up with my Praise Binder posting. This is weeks 5 and 6. We are moving from Genesis into Exodus. The lessons I am learning. What a fabulous journey Moses has. It amazes me the ministry that God gives him that he carries out for the Israelites. I say it every week, but this is like reading the stories in the Bible for the first time. Reading just a few  passages a day and really focusing, learning, reflecting and journaling each day has given me a new understanding. I love this journey. On the art side of things, both weeks were done using Bible Page Kits from the shop. Week 5 was "My Light" and Week 6 was "My Shepherd". These are really fun to use on my daily sheets. You can find both in the shop!.

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 Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

On Instagram Today - The Lord is My Shepherd

The Lord is my Shepherd. I had fun with this page kit. I did a light pink watercolour for the background which was quick and easy. I’m also trying to incorporate some journaling as well into my bible from my journal.

On Instagram Today- Lent Day 2

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Technique Thursday 97 - Watercolor Birthday Card

Good Morning Everyone! My sweet daughter has a special birthday coming up this month, so I thought I would make her a special card to celebrate! It's fun, it's quick and it's easy to do! Hope you enjoy it!

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Uni Posca White Pen: http://amzn.to/2DzclHh
BoBunny Sentiments Stamp: http://amzn.to/2rqsp9u
Artist’s Loft Watercolor Pan Set: http://amzn.to/2FZFBFz
Golden Maple Watercolor Brushes: http://amzn.to/2DzR6VR
Ranger Heat It Tool: http://shrsl.com/p4my  OR  http://bit.ly/RangerHeatIt
Ranger Craft Sheet: http://shrsl.com/p4n0 OR  http://bit.ly/RangerCraftSheet
Yes Paste: http://bit.ly/YesPaste  (If out of stock - http://amzn.to/1sZrd8s)
Fiskars Scissors -  http://shrsl.com/p4n4  OR  http://amzn.to/2gmgJKp
Polychromos Pencil Crayons:  http://amzn.to/28MW94L
BoBunny Acrylic Stamp Blocks  - http://amzn.to/2cMnuF3


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Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

On Instagram Today - Jehovah Rohi

I was waiting to do this page of Jehovah Rohi until I could use that adorable little sheep from the “Shepherd “ Bible page kit. The Lord is my shepherd is one of my favourite Bible verses. 

On Instagram Today - I AM Bible Page Kit

Last night and today I was searching for background inspiration for my “I Am” Bible page kit. I kept seeing white space layouts everywhere I looked so...... I gave it a try! I will say I quite love this white space look. 

On Instagram Today - The First Day of Lent

Today is the first day of Lent and I am already learning so much about the Holy Spirit. I am reading the book "40 Days with the Holy Spirit" for Lent and I'm so excited to learn. I have always wanted to know more about how the Holy Spirit works in our lives. I've sprayed all my pages and I am ready for Day 2. I even have all my elements cut from the Easter/Lent bundle. Have a blessed day everyone.
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$2 Tuesday - Bible Page Kit Frenzy

 Good Morning Everyone! It's $2 Tuesday in the shop today and we have a really fun bunch of new goodies for you. First up are 3 NEW Bible Page Kits that are companions to the "Names of God" Journal we are working through. Also we have some fun Valentine Word Art Stickers and an Easter/Lent Bundle! Everything is $2 except for the bundle which is on sale today ONLY for $6!

How about some fun Valentines Day "Word Art"!

And check this out...a fun Easter or Lent sticker bundle! It comes with 5 sticker sheets, 2 extra word sheets from the "40 Days with the Holy Spirit" book and an added bonus of 2 covers for your journals in both "half letter" and "travelers notebook" sizes. 

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Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

On Instagram Today - "Sweet Friendship" Journal

Working in the "Sweet Friendship" journal today with all the beautiful goodies!!! I am so in love with this journal.
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On Instagram Today - Jehovah Rapha

Working through my Names of God Journal today focusing on Jehovah Rapha. The Lord who heals not only physically but emotionally and Spiritually as well.
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Proverbs 6 and A little change in scenery

Good Morning Everyone! It's Monday, so that means another week in my journey through the Proverbs. This week I worked on Proverbs 6. There is nothing quite like sitting in the sun, a clean page, a paintbrush and your watercolors along with Scripture. It's calming, it's soothing, it's a beautiful journey! 

I'm also doing a little change with my blog. I spend a lot of time on social media sharing projects on many platforms. I've just added and Instagram to Blog app that will post my Instagram photos here if I want. So if you see "On Instagram today"...that is a post from my Instagram wall! Just another way to stay updated with my latest projects. Ok... you may see a photo of a pup or two..I can't lie, lol.. 

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Proverbs Supply List

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Faber Castell Polychromo Pencil Crayons : http://amzn.to/2CiT79a

Inkadinkado Doodle Alphabet : http://amzn.to/2Eiwxuq

NeoColor II crayons: http://amzn.to/2ClPv5k

Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils: http://amzn.to/2CeDnnF

Posca Paint Pens: http://amzn.to/2EiOJnH

Bic Cristal Black pen: http://amzn.to/2DCX8Bn

Tombow Mono Zero Eraser ( Round) : http://amzn.to/2CdsNx5

Lawn Fawn - Riley's ABC's : http://amzn.to/2CuUK0i

Dylusions Alphabet Stamp: http://amzn.to/2CnKjxQ

Derwernt Inktense Pencils: http://amzn.to/2DJqoGO

Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

On Instagram Today

Getting Ready for Lent 2018 with some new goodies that will be released Monday night into the shop!
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Praise Binder Weekly WrapUp & A Freebie

 Good Morning Folks! How's your Friday going? I am gearing up for my jammies and play day tomorrow! Today I'm sharing my pages from my daily Scripture/ Reflections that go along with my Bible reading plan. Last week I shared my pages along with a freebie of the sheets I am using. I got alot of comments about the lettering and if I would make a sheet up! You know I couldn't say no...if I use it and design it, I will share it with you all. I used some of the Planner Talk stickers too to jazz up my pages from the shop along with some stamps from my stash. Hope you all enjoy the freebie and that you have a blessed weekend. Until next time..............

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Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn 

Technique Thursday #96 - Art Journal Page with a Twist

Good Morning Everyone! It's Technique Thursday with a twist!!! We are studying the Names of God in our Facebook group this month, and have 8 different Bible Page Kits coming out during the month as well. As I was doing this video I thought... there are so many ways to use this page kit..planners! Bibles! Notebooks! Art Journals! So we decided to do a contest for February. All you have to do is show us how you are using the Page Kit under the Contest post on our facebook page! Then we will pick a random winner at the end of the month!!! Come join the fun!

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Supplies Used:
"My Light" Bible page kit: https://www.etsy.com/ca/shop/Lot95Designs
Artist’s Loft Watercolor Pan Set: http://amzn.to/2FZFBFz
Golden Maple Watercolor Brushes: http://amzn.to/2DzR6VR
Strathmore Mixed Media Journal: http://amzn.to/2CTLuCI
Ranger Heat It Tool: http://shrsl.com/p4my  OR  http://bit.ly/RangerHeatIt
Ranger Craft Sheet: http://shrsl.com/p4n0 OR  http://bit.ly/RangerCraftSheet

How to trace in your Bible Part 1: https://youtu.be/J0Xc8nfzhS0
How to trace in your Bible Part 2: https://youtu.be/bgPRapzvlI8


 Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

Journaling Through The Psalms - Psalm 19

Good Morning Everyone. Today is a quick post sharing my latest page in my Journey through the Psalms. I loved working with this sketch from Lisa at Praise Heart. Each week she has a new sketch and a process video.. she is an amazing artist and teacher. I love spending my Saturday working in my Psalms. I'm excited what next week holds! Until then............

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Faber Castell Polychromo Pencil Crayons : http://amzn.to/2CiT79a

Inkadinkado Doodle Alphabet : http://amzn.to/2Eiwxuq

NeoColor II crayons: http://amzn.to/2ClPv5k

Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils: http://amzn.to/2CeDnnF

Posca Paint Pens: http://amzn.to/2EiOJnH

Bic Cristal Black pen: http://amzn.to/2DCX8Bn

Tombow Mono Zero Eraser ( Round) : http://amzn.to/2CdsNx5

Lawn Fawn - Riley's ABC's : http://amzn.to/2CuUK0i

Dylusions Alphabet Stamp: http://amzn.to/2CnKjxQ

Derwernt Inktense Pencils: http://amzn.to/2DJqoGO

Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

High Treason Book Review

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DiAnn Mills has another hit on her hands with her third fast paced novel  in the FBI Task Force series.  It’s  the story of Kord and Monica who are both protecting a visiting Saudi Prince. Kord who is FBI, is a long time friend of the Prince, and Monica is an expert from the CIA. They are brought together under a tense situation, so they not only need to protect the prince, but they need to work together to do it. Tension rises, family ties are questioned, and in amongst all of that….is there a spark between Kord & Monica? Add in two different cultures and religions into the mix and the story starts to unfold.

What I loved about this book is how DiAnn Mills took two totally different cultures and religions and brought them together  to show the reader how the two worlds can combine with respect and honor. I loved the pace of the book which left you guessing at every turn what would happen next. Just as you thought you had it all figured out, a new twist would arise.  A brilliantly written novel that has all the keys…love, mystery and The Lord.  I was so graciously gifted this book from Tyndale House for an open and honest review, Thank you Tyndale.

 Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.

Weekly Wrap Up & New Goodies

 Hi Everyone!! Just popping in today to share a few pages and some new goodies that are up today in the shop for $2 Tuesday. I am sooooooo in love with Nikki's "Sweet Friendship" Journal. I swear this journal is going to make me gain 10 pounds! Those cupcakes.........oh the cupcakes!!

Seriously I want a donut just looking at this page!

 I am also loving working through the "Names of God" Journal. I've done a few pages and am learning so much about the different names and how they came about in Scripture.

This month I'm combining both the Sweet Friendship Planner Stickers and the Names of God Planner Stickers in my planner.

And now the $2 Tuesday goodies..and we have a few!

 Two Bible Page kits that are companions to the Names of God Journal. "He Sees" & "My Light".

 Some new Lot95 Girls for February! Light & darker skinned girls!

Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

Journaling Through the Proverbs - Proverbs 5

 Hi Everyone! Happy Monday! I am really enjoying the journey of reading and reflecting but honestly the art...that can be frustrating somedays,  like what happened on these pages. I have found that even dry, some of my colors can rub onto the page next to it. I'm not sure if it's that I'm using a heat tool on the pages next to them or what but I was determined to find a solution. I had some fixative, and tried it on a sample page but oh gosh it was stinky and I don't like harsh chemicals..so scrap that! Then I found a Youtube video suggesting a wax...now that seemed ok, so I ordered some. It coated the pages perfectly and I was excited! Until........... I opened up my book the other day to do this post. The well page had the pink and green from the glasses all over it.. now try to get that off the wax! Oh yeah..an eraser worked, but made a big gummy mess. So to cut the story down a little, I think I found a solution! Clear gesso! I did a test and it didn't reactivate the watercolors, so I'm giving that a go! Will keep you updated! Whew......that was long, but... we must keep it real and share our good art experiences along with the bad right? If you made it all the way here...thank you for listening! Blessings for a beautiful week.

Click on each Proverb to see past posts

Proverbs 1      Proverbs 2     Proverbs 3      Proverbs 4    

Proverbs Supply List

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Inkadinkado Doodle Alphabet : http://amzn.to/2Eiwxuq

NeoColor II crayons: http://amzn.to/2ClPv5k

Albrecht Durer watercolor pencils: http://amzn.to/2CeDnnF

Posca Paint Pens: http://amzn.to/2EiOJnH

Bic Cristal Black pen: http://amzn.to/2DCX8Bn

Tombow Mono Zero Eraser ( Round) : http://amzn.to/2CdsNx5

Lawn Fawn - Riley's ABC's : http://amzn.to/2CuUK0i

Dylusions Alphabet Stamp: http://amzn.to/2CnKjxQ

Derwernt Inktense Pencils: http://amzn.to/2DJqoGO

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Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn 

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Technique Thursday #95 - Romans 8:15 Names of God

Good Morning Everyone! Today I am working on my first page in the NEW Names of God Journal with a fun new smooshing technique. I have so much fun trying out these new ideas. Hope your having a fabulous day......... Blessings

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Thanks so much for stopping by. I love reading your comments and I appreciate your scrappy support! Have a wonderfully happy scrappy day! Lynn

  Affiliate Disclosure: I am so blessed to be able to share and create content free of charge. In order to do this, please note that when you click links and purchase items, in most (not all) cases I will receive a referral commission. Your support in purchasing through these links is very much appreciated. All the items are supplies that I personally use and recommend. Thank you again for your support.