My Dad's Father's Day Card

As promised! A little post about the Father's Day card I made for my Dad. I followed the awesome example on Ginger & George that I talked about in this post & made my dad a duplicate of himself for Father's Day. This was SO much fun. I highly recommend doing this!!

I printed the pieces provided by Kirsty on Ginger & George & made sure to have plenty of extra paper. I also used my Prismacolor color pencils for color. I traced certain pieces on the plain paper (using a pencil & my Pilot pen), colored & cut those out (being very careful with my Xacto knife), mixing & matching until I got what I thought most closely resembled my dad given the pieces provided.

I changed the shirt slightly as my dad's every day attire has been a short sleeve polo shirt most of my life instead of a dress shirt or t-shirt. Also, after I took the pictures I decided to add CEC to the right breast of the shirt. That stands for Carolina Equine Clinic which is my dad's veterinary practice. He is basically retired at this point but I thought it would help in conveying the message "hey Dad, this is you!" when he opens the card. I'm particularly proud of the hair! It's hard to tell in the photos but it's a nice mix of the brown & gray on my dad's actual head. Yay!

This is my Dad & me from LA in May. How'd I do??

Father's Day Printables :: Free Card!

I want to share this free card I've been working on! Like it? It's all woodsy - makes me think of riding horses in the woods with my dad when I was a kid.

Download it here, from my Public Dropbox folder. It's a pdf - you print it, cut out around the card border, fold in half & voila! A card is made! Envelope options include buying one at your local paper store (I love Paper-Source. They have a great orange that will match) or print THIS ONE & make your own.

Good luck! Let me know how it works for you!

Happy Easter :: A Free Printable Banner

Freeeebiiiieeeee!!! Yes! Remember the above banner from last year?? Well, it's back - new AND improved! Almost equally as colorful & definitely as fun. Use it for a party, for fun or for a photo! Just remember it's for personal use only. Thanks!

Download it from my Public Dropbox folder.

It's easy to put together. Simple print each page on card stock. Trim according the gray lines on each page. I would use a whole punch to make holes in the cards for stringing on twine or ribbon, but you could also use tape & put them on your wall...or tape them to ribbon. Your choice!

PLEASE share pictures of however you use the banner with me! I'd love to see your finished product. Tweet @kmbatty or post them on my Facebook page.

Happy Easter!!

St. Paddy's Day :: Hat Freebie!

It's almost here! Are you celebrating on Sunday? No matter if you are watching the New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade, having green beers with friends or making Irish Soda Bread at home, I have a freebie today that will make you click your heels together - Leprechaun hats!

That's it there in the picture above. Here's what you do:

1. Download it from my Public Dropbox folder. 
2. Print on card stock. 
3. Cut the hat out. 
4. Page 2 has a few bands you should also cut out, tap to the hat & size to your head. You'll also find free printable stickers in the Dropbox if those are more your speed.

Wear it with pride! And send pictures! Tweet @kmbatty (same for Instagram)!

Cards of the Week :: Totful Memories

{DIY Printable Invitation. Modern Trellis COLLECTION Bridal Shower Invitation. Customizable. totful memories}

When looking for material for Cards of the Week posts, I have found myself on the same shop several times in the last few months...Totful Memories. Her work is chic, modern, clean & really well done. The tagline on her shop says "simple adorable printables." Definitely! I love her choices on fonts & color schemes. So! I thought a little Cards of the Week Profile was definitely in order.

Let me introduce you to Tania from Totful Memories...

1.     Introduce yourself & if your Etsy shop isn't your full time gig, tell us what your day job is.

Hi, I’m Tania, a mom of two very active and loveable boys and the designer for totful memories.  I am also an elementary school teacher, but have decided to stay home and concentrate on my boys and growing my home business.  I design everything from birth announcements, to invitations, to cupcake toppers and party decorations.

2.     Tell us something NOT in your Etsy profile...

In my past life I used to be a competitive figure skater.  I grew up in rinks and dance studios and felt most at home when I was alone on the ice.  I believe that skating was a one of my true great passions in life and has taught me to live and work with that same degree of discipline.

{DIY Deluxe Printable Birthday Party Package. Brave Knight COLLECTION. Customizable. totful memories}

3.  Figure skater?! That is rad. How/when did you start making printables?

I have always loved crafts and all things handmade, but it was my search to find unique and tasteful party ware for my boy’s special occasions, that totful memories came to be. I decided to open an Etsy shop to sell printable party invites and decor that would be sure to please both parent and tot.

{DIY Printable Birthday Party Package. Rainbow Mini Birthday COLLECTION. Customizable. totful memories}

4.     We all know that I love your shop & how I've sung it's praises, but let's hear you describe it in your own words:

My Etsy store is full of fun and fresh party invitations and printables, and I am continually adding new products.  I like to dabble a little in all different styles, something modern, sometimes shabby chic and others…just plain fun!   For a very reasonable price, my customers can create a truly special “just call me Martha” birthday party for their little ones.

5.     How do you spend your time offline?

{Tania with her little pieces of inspiration...her boys}

 When I am not busy working, I love spending time with my boys.  They are so full of energy and can be every super hero imaginable in just one afternoon (I do lots of laundry because there are  full pajama costume changes several times as day :) I love traveling with my family, gardening a bit here and there, and hanging out with my besties!

6.     What do you do when you get stuck, creatively?

I have a new obsession with Pinterest…me and Pinterest, we get along :) It’s great for gathering my thoughts when I am planning a new party theme, I find so many creative and unique ideas.  My husband and I are currently building a new home and I love pinning fabulous home ideas, it’s my current pastime.

{DIY Printable Party Package. Oh Boy Little Guy in a Tie Baby Shower Orange and Aqua COLLECTION. Customizable. totful memories}

7.     And I want to know who YOU heart on Etsy...who are your faves?

Who do I heart on Etsy…mmm, that’s tough because I love so much that I see :)  I have loved the work of LoraleeLewis from the first time I saw her shop! Cutest vintage invites and party décor.  I also love the beautiful and whimsical work of Elly MacKay’s Etsy shop, Theatre Clouds.  

I recently found Elly MacKay's shop too! LOVE!!! Tania, thank you for letting me pick your brain.  Best of luck with your shop! 

Happy Friday everyone!

Cards of the Week :: Easter is coming!

 {BUNNY HAT - Easter bunny hat - READY to Ship - baby bunny hat - bunny ears hat -3-6 month size by Luci Walker of CrochetedCuddles} ***

In a little over a week, Easter will be here. Where is 2012 going?? I saw some things on Etsy I wanted to share...