Two Peas In A Bucket - Gardeners' Digest


Hey everybody!  Welcome to the March edition of the Gardeners' Digest.  The Garderners' Digest is simply a monthly update from the Garden Girls, the design team at Two Peas In A Bucket.  It's a place for us to share what we're currently working on, inspired by, using in our projects, etc.  A little diary of sorts for you to keep up with all of us on our personal blogs as well as over at Two Peas In A Bucket.


So I have to admit that I don't actually have any new projects in the works at this moment.  I've been busy working on some other projects that are keeping me super busy.  But I did just recently share two new projects that went up in the Garden in the last week.  You can see my "under this roof" themed layout right here on my blog or here in the Garden.  I was inspired by a quote from Pinterest and used it as the main focus of my layout.  Here's a peek at my layout ...


I also recently shared a new Finally Friday video with a St. Patrick's Day theme.  Even though St. Patty's day has come and gone you can definitely change up the card a bit to make it suitable for any occasion.  I also show you how to easily create the fun starburst of colorful patterned paper featured on my card.  You can see my card right here on my blog or here in the Garden.  Here's a peek at my card ...


The gallery at Two Peas is always so inspiring!  I literally could spend hours there just staring at all of the amazing projects.  This particular project by Kathy Martin caught my eye recently.  I love the simplicity of the card and how she used both the positive and negative space of the punched hearts to convey her message.  I love the tiny details as well - a heart shaped stick pin and a tiny heart to replace the "o" in "love" - further her theme and really make this card stand out.  Thanks for the inspiration Kathy!



Next I'd like to share a few recent purchases I've made from the shop at Two Peas.  With all of the new releases from CHA Winter the Two Peas shop has been hopping with new products arriving weekly.  I may or may not have placed 3 orders just in the last week alone!  So here are a few of my most recent purchases ...
  • Silhouette Cameo (I know this is not necessarily "new" but I finally decided to take the plunge and buy one.  This baby will be arriving at my house soon and I can't wait!)


    • Doodlebug Designs Boys Only Collection (As a mama of two boys I'm always on the lookout for cute boy themed paper and this collection does not disappoint.  The colors and patterns are just perfect for my two little men!)

    • Bella Blvd Designer Tape (One of my favorite companies has jumped on the washi tape bandwagon and I couldn't be happier.  This teal striped tape is one of my favorites but who am I kidding?  I LOVE them all!)

    In some other fun news I just wanted to take a minute to mention the NEW Two Peas In A Bucket blog!  If you haven't stopped by to check it out yet you really should.  There are daily posts from Jamie as well as the Garden Girls and lots of great tips and topics.  Also grab this cute little Two Peas blog badge while you're at it!  :)



    As my way of saying thank you for visiting my blog today I'd love to giveaway a $10 gift certificate to the shop at Two Peas In A Bucket.  To be entered in this giveaway all you need to do is leave a comment on this blog post.  Be sure to include your email address and/or Two Peas username.  Comments must be received by Sunday, March 25th at 11:59 EST.  I'll announce the winner on Monday! Good luck!

    Next you'll want to stop by Laura Craigie's blog and see what she's been up to.  See ya soon!

        88 comments:

        Gregsgirl's crafty corner said...

        Hi Lynn, I do enjoy your blog! Such great inspiration and love all the products! Thanks for the chance to win

        Anonymous said...

        You are so inspiring that you seem to be inspiring all the garden girls too - amazing work always! Thanks for the chance to win cash for more goodies - my 2 peas name is sillypea.

        Jill Rugg said...

        Thanks for the video on your St. Patrick's day card-loved it! I will have to go and check out the two peas site-thanks for the giveaway!

        jrugg@sctc.net

        Miriam Prantner said...

        Love those picks of yours....can't wait to see what comes of them. Thanks for the chance to make some of my own purchases! 2peas name: mprantner

        Lara said...

        scrappinwhenican is my user name. Thanks for the great ideas you share! love it!

        Miss Kathy said...

        I'm loving the new Jillibean alphas too, they seem to be the perfect size...not to big, not too small. Thanks for a chance to win.

        Miss Kathy ( 2 peas name)

        Michelle said...

        Oh Lynn, you all are really making me want to buy a Cameo as well. That little machine looks so fun. I love all the projects you mentioned, as always. They are so inspiring. Your St. Patty's Day card with the Fresh Goods.. too cute!!! Have a great weekend! 2peas Momma Paparazzi

        Gwen Lafleur said...

        I just loved your Pinterest inspired layout when I saw it... awesome stamping on the quote! And thanks for the chance at the GC! Peaname GwenLafleur.

        Emily Mae said...

        Your stuff is so cute! Thanks for the chance to win! Emilymae8

        Pegg S said...

        Love these posts! Helps me to catch up on new projects and new products!!

        TwoPeas-pegbos

        Chunyuan said...

        gorgeous projects. Thanks for sharing your favs.
        my two peas name is sesa_yuan5

        Unknown said...

        Thanks for sharing!
        rajah223

        Mary Jo said...

        Your layout is amazing!
        And I love the card you posted from the gallery. So pretty!! :)
        user name - Acrobat

        Marsha F said...

        I always love your projects! Thanks for sharing!
        marshatf

        cindy said...

        Love your style and techniques but love all the new goodies coming as well.
        2 peas- barrigacindy

        Madeline said...

        Love all the color on your St. Patrick's Day card! Beautiful!

        DeAnna Yaritz said...

        Love your cards! Thanks for the chance to win! dyaritz

        mpezzell said...

        adorable st. patty's day card! great inspo!! smiles, m- (mpezzell).

        Lorell said...

        I saw your LO on another Garden Girl's blog...it's so cute! I've always been huge fan of Doodle Bug Designs...their products are so fun to work with.
        Pea Name: the_carrottop

        Ashley Newell said...

        All of the projects are super cute!
        actressangel at gmail dot com

        ruth said...

        You will LOVE your cameo!!! It's my fave new thing!!!

        KariL said...

        Great layout. I bought all those products myself this week, you have great taste!
        cdnscrapper

        Jill said...

        Love your projects! The card is so happy and colorful! I also really love your inspiration piece. Thanks for sharing your projects!!

        Kimmy said...

        You always inspire me, Lynn! Thanks for the chance to win such a fab prize!
        Kimmy
        scrappinwithkimmy@gmail.com
        2peas: scrappinwithkimmy

        heidi @ ggip said...

        I just ordered the Sasparilla paper pad today. It is so cute!

        My username is howdyheidi

        Andrea said...

        I am also the mom of 2 boys and I,too, love the new Doodlebug line. Thanks for your amazing inspiration.

        Andrea R.
        andreareynolds21atgmaildotcom

        gleestormont said...

        your page is so lovely. Amazing how quickly we've all become Pintrest junkies!
        (2PsUN: gleestormont)

        Cheryl Schuessler said...

        I agree with your "5 Products I Love", they are great choices. Thanks for the chance to win. username: crazy48fan

        Cynthia Baldwin said...

        Love your cards! The good-luck shamrock one is so bright and happy. I agree with all 5 of your favorite products, too. Thanks for the chance to win! :)

        Selenaintx said...

        Your cards are fantastic! Thanks for the chance to win!!!

        Selenaintx

        KellyO said...

        I have a few rolls of the Bella tape in my stash now too. They're all so cute.

        breezeg said...

        I love Bella washi tape too! Thanks for sharing and the chance to win! TP User breezestg

        Diana Waite said...

        Hey Lynn! I'm so glad you got a cameo--mine arrived 2 weeks ago and I LOVE it!! I just learned how to convert jpeg, and png files into cutting files--SO awesome and TOTALLY easy! Just posted a creation I made last night on my blog--I'm pretty proud of myself! :) So loving your inspiration--thanks!

        Lisa C. said...

        Love your shamrock card!! Your blog is great :) Thanks for the giveaway!

        Glenys said...

        Just got the Cameo too. Can't wait to start using it!

        LindaHAZ said...

        Username: LinAlexHag email: AZalexius@gmail.com

        Love the inspirations!

        Jean said...

        Such inspiring work!! THanks for the chance to win!

        Jan said...

        Thanks for the chance to win Lynn! I really liked your St Patrick's Day card!

        Jeana said...

        I really enjoyed your Friday card video! Your card is great!

        Gina said...

        Fun quote layout!

        My two peas username is GAmes

        kristi said...

        Love this blog! Thanks for the chance to win!
        Scrapqueen74

        Ellen Porter said...

        I like those Jillibean letter stickers too. Ellen Pea.

        Holly AKA KopyKat said...

        love your projects, thanks for a chance to win. HollyFlores

        Ruth G said...

        Love how you stitched down the center of your hearts so they kind of fly up a bit! I am also so excited about the Bella washi tape since Bella uses the same fun colors in their lines, so it'll be very versatile! TFS! My 2Ps name is meredemaison.

        Karen said...

        I love that sasparilla paper!
        My screen name is scrappinnut01

        Unknown said...

        Love your projects. I'm debating on a Cameo 'cause I think I NEED one! Thanks for the inspiration! 2P Name: Heather Leopard

        Busygirl said...

        Thanks for the chance. Garden girls' blog hop is the best! My 2peas name is yelppuppy

        Shelly said...

        I appreciate that you showed how you make your "sunbeam" card. It's so simple.
        -sebjusa

        KatKat said...

        The October Afternoon Sasparilla Collection is AWESOME! Thanks for the chance to win! My 2peasname is bckwml.

        cutiephinphin said...

        Love those picks of yours... I have the Silhouette SD but eyeing on the Cameo. Thanks for the giveaway.

        2peas username: cutiephinphin

        Anonymous said...

        Love love love your layout! already have it pinned!! Thanks for the chance to win too!!
        2peas name: shiloscrapbug

        Babe O'Mara said...

        Thanks for sharing your creativity with us and for the chance to win some candy.

        Babe
        youiesmom@att.net

        Machelle Nelson said...

        Love that family page you did! Hope you don't mind if I scraplift it. ~~machellenelson6

        photographer388 said...

        thanks for the inspiration and the chance to win. My cart is constantly being added too. :)
        2peas name:brmartin

        Стокли said...

        There are lot's of washi tape designs now at 2PS, difficult to choose=)
        (drakumel)

        Linda said...

        Looking forward to seeing your latest project.

        Seanna said...

        I have a silhouette HD that I have been skeered to use but its day is coming soon--I just ordered one of the newer blades for it from Two Peas so I will soon have no excuses at all!

        Kathy Martin said...

        Oh whoa! There's my card! You've made my day! I love that such an amazing designer like yourself is inspired by one of my projects! Cause you are ALWAYS an inspiration to me! Thanks for the chance to win some 2 Peas $! I always have goodies saved in my cart! ;)

        Lisa P said...

        Love what I see at 2 peas. Thanks for the chance to win and for sharing with us today.

        Debra said...

        I know...Sasparilla...too cute...and versatile.

        Melanie said...

        Fun blog hop and great inspiration! Thank you
        pea name is melaniedreams or melanie dreams....never remember i am always logged in, lol

        Cyndee K. said...

        Love seeing the sneaks! (and loved seeing the full size even better!) CyndeeBK

        Christina Collins said...

        I love your stamping!
        I'm quite envious. My stamping is a bit lack luster, lol.
        Great picks and thanks for the chance to win such a great giveaway! (My 2peas name is ChristinaCollins)

        slbt17 said...

        thanks for the inspiration and fun - love your work!
        Sandra ltb
        slbt17 at yahoo dot com

        Linda said...

        I so enjoy your Gardeners' Digest posts. Great way to keep me up to date on what's happening over at Two Peas. The only downside is the fact that my wish list always gets a bit longer!

        elly rainbow said...

        not that i need any more incentive to shop at 2Peas, but my username is ellymew and i just love the vibrant colors of your luck card!

        Karen Letchworth said...

        Hi, and thanks for a fun hop. My TwoPeas name is UMCScrappinMama - and I MUST HAVE the new October Afternoon line. WOWZERS. THanks for sharing!
        Hugs,
        Karen L

        Lindsay said...

        I absolutely LOVE your LO!!! And I really like the St. Patty's Day card too :)

        Soonymary said...

        thanks for the list of products...wonderful!
        Suew1w

        blupixy said...

        Love your blog! A cameo is on my wishlist. Thanks for the chance to win!

        Melinda said...

        Love your picks-inspiration, silhouette and washi tape!

        Sylvie said...

        Great product picks! <3 your "In This House" layout!

        scrapbookdiva from 2 Peas!

        Sylvie said...
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        Rita said...

        Awesome layouts! Love the new products - especially the tapes!

        rtimmons

        Accidental Texan said...
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        Adrianne said...

        I love all your colorful projects, especially the subway art you recently did. Keep the inspiration coming =)

        marianne said...

        Loved your card!!

        scrapnatya@aol.com

        Michele's Scrapy Creations said...

        love all inspiration and products you show.. thanks for sharing.

        butterfly247

        Fleasbenz said...

        This is my first time visiting your blog. I'll be back!

        Fleasbenz (2Peas)

        Melissa said...

        I'm a big fan of the Bella washi tape too. Have a bunch on route from 2peas...can't wait to get them! Thanks for the wonderful inspiration & chance to win :)

        2peas username - lissa_a_smith

        Margie said...

        I love your card-ever since I first saw it in the gallery!

        Daniela Dobson said...

        Silhouette Cameo is at the top of my list, too!! Love that layout you created.

        Carol McCready said...

        Thanks for the chance to win. I myself might take the plunge next week and buy the Cameo.

        Bethany Becker said...

        Thanks for all the inspiration you provide. I love the new October Afternoon line. Thanks for the chance to win!
        2peas: iggyboo32

        kelly said...

        You have such great ideas. Love them all. Thanks

        *Monica B* said...

        Love the sneak of your gallery project! The lettering looks awesome... can't wait to see more!

        (2Peas: Monica B)

        Toby said...

        Great inspiration!!! Thanks for the chance to win!! My 2peas name is ~toby~

        connie said...

        Love your picks..that Silhouette Cameo has been on my wish list!