FREEBIE FRIDAY!!!!

Yes Ladies and Gents - once again it is FREEBIE FRIDAY!!!!! Whooo Hooo!!!!

Things are quite crazy here in Beloved Keepsakes Land - between trying to finish up the wedding items (which I PROMISE to post photos of soon).... to getting new designs finished up, contracting fencing companies and sprinkler companies and getting ready for the big trip out of town - sheesh I am already tired!! So we will make it short and sweet today!

Hope you enjoy this weeks FREEBIE - it is titled "Ask Dad"!

This file was inspired when I was at my BFF house and my two year old God Daughter wanted something and I told her no, so she went to her mother, who also said no.... and then I watched as she went over to her Dad who of course gave it to her!!! I was like "Are you Kidding me!!!!" Bahahaha

Please remember that while this file is free for download today - it is still a TERMS RESTRICTED download. Meaning that if you download it, you will abide by my Terms of Use. (To get a copy of my TOU click HERE!)

Sorry - file is no longer available for free download! Make sure you check back for NEXT FRIDAY's FREEBIE!!

Once again I am offering this file in the SVG format for all you Cricut and Sure Cuts A Lot (SCAL) users! It is a multi colored - non layered SVG.... let me know how it works for you!!!

This file will only be available for a limited time - once it is no longer here for download, you will be able to purchase it at Paperthreads!

Additionally leave me a comment and let me know what you think about this weeks freebie and what you would like to see in the weeks to come!

Ok - I am off to finish up one of the many projects I have going on!! Hope you have a GREAT weekend!

Until Next Time!

Cya~


Lori McDonald, Designer

My cutter files work on many machines. Some examples are the: Klik-n-kut, Pazzle, Wishblade, Silhouette, Cricut, Craft Robo. Some of the most common softwares involved with these machines are: Funtime, Scrapbooking, WinPC/Signlab, Inkscape, Create & Cut, Illustrator, KNK Studio, and Robomaster. These file are available exclusivly at Paperthreads.

We also specialize in pre cut/ pre assembled scrapbooking titles, diecuts, embellishments and keepsakes (including our NEW photo Stars). Make sure to visit our Store!

Don't forget to check back often as we host our scrapbooking digital cutting file freebies at least once a week!!!

National Day of Prayer...

(Today's post is about religion and my personal religious beliefs... if you are offended by this, or you do not believe in faith or religion - please feel free to skip today post. But a quick reminder before you go - tomorrow is FREEBIE FRIDAY so make sure you check back for that!)

OTHERWISE..... Read on!

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Today is "National Day of Prayer". And I have to say I find it amazing that you never really hear much about today's holiday... According to Wikipedia, The National Day of Prayer is a day designated by the United States Congress as a day when people are asked to come together and pray, especially for their country.

As you all know I have a husband who is currently a deployed soldier overseas. According to the news (as he doesn't tell me, nor have I heard from him for a few days), things are not looking too great where he is right now. Things are "heating" up as they say. So I personally am grateful that our leaders have decided we should pray for our country.

Most people say - I don't know what to pray for.... so here you go! This makes it all very simple! There are seven days a week - and seven things to pray for... one for each day of the week!

Day one - pray for our Government: for our leaders both Federal and State. (It really doesn't matter if you voted on them or not, they are leading our county.)

Day two - pray for our Military: We have troops who are actively serving our country each day ­not only at bases around the world, but also here within our borders. Our soldiers and service members daily place themselves in harm's way in order to defend the way of life. Don't forget their families. The ones who are left behind to deal with the normal day to day life but at the same time have the constant struggle of worrying about their loved one serving our county. Additional, please don't forget the families that have lost a loved one in battle. These grieving families have paid the ultimate price.

Day three - pray for the Media: The media is unquestionably one of the most powerful and influential voices in our culture. Between hoping for un-bias reports, to actors and actress, to the role models that our children emulate. Make sure that you pray for them.

Day four - pray for Business: with the economy, and all the dishonest business leaders our business need your prayers.

Day five - pray for Education: Between violence in schools, and un-ethical teachers schools are one of the most influential places that our children attend. Make sure you pray for dedicated educators who will commit themselves not only to an honest, accurate presentation of all subject matter, but who will also serve as positive role models for their students.

Day six - pray for our Churches: While most of us associate the word "church" with our locale of worship, Scripture actually states that the Church, ultimately, refers to the body of Christian believers around the world. In today's culture there are so many things that can lead Christians astray. Make sure you pray for the leaders, Pastors of the Churches that they guide and direct the Lord's words, beliefs and values.

Day seven - pray for our families: No institution is facing more intense persecution than the family. Between divorce, infidelity and abuse on the rise our families face crisis situations almost daily.

My hope is no matter what your religious or your political beliefs is that you will pray today for our Nation, Our County. This place that we live freely. For those who fight daily for our freedoms, on hostile soil so we as a Nation do not have to see war on our own streets. For the families they leave behind, and for the the future that we are building for the children.

God Bless~



Lori McDonald, Designer

My cutter files work on many machines. Some examples are the: Klik-n-kut, Pazzle, Wishblade, Silhouette, Cricut, Craft Robo. Some of the most common softwares involved with these machines are: Funtime, Scrapbooking, WinPC/Signlab, Inkscape, Create & Cut, Illustrator, KNK Studio, and Robomaster. These file are available exclusivly at Paperthreads.

We also specialize in pre cut/ pre assembled scrapbooking titles, diecuts, embellishments and keepsakes (including our NEW photo Stars). Make sure to visit our Store!

Don't forget to check back often as we host our scrapbooking digital cutting file freebies at least once a week!!!

Is it really Wed???

Already??? Ok, Ok... yes I know that it is actually Wednesday. I just thought that if I play ignorant then I would be forgiven for not bloggin yesterday!!! I mean I could give you some song and dance about how I had to run some errands in town, and then when I got home I had to deal with all the sprinkler system estimates, and then when I got done with all that I had a freaking killer headache. But...... well..... the truth of the matter is - I'm just a slacker!!! Bahahaha!!

No really - I did have to do all that stuff listed above and in addition to all that I was having a "deployment funk" day. As most of you know I "try" not to watch the news - but some days you just can't get away from it! And with all that is going on overseas - well it makes my tummy a little queasy from time to time!

Today I am up to my elbows in wedding stuff! My awesome next door neighbor was in charge of getting the stuff for her sister's wedding (like programs, gift tags, table cards, etc...). They are getting married in just a few weeks in Hawaii! Anyway she came to me and said can you please print some stuff out for me?? I was like sure - no problem. But then when I saw what she wanted/needed I was like - you know I CAN print this stuff for you - but that isn't really what do.... I do layered, embellished, glittzy stuff! And so the project began!!! I promise I will post photos of everything once I get it all completed!!!

And speaking of projects!! Check this out!!! The Scrapbooking, Cards and More membership has only been up for about a week and I have already uploaded three files to the membership area! (Don't forget, it still isn't toooo late to join)! But that isn't the amazing thing.... the amazing thing is one of my club members has already used TWO of the THREE files!!!! Crazy huh!!!

So today I wanted to share these two really cute layouts with you - they were both designed and submitted by Sue! If you don't know Sue - let me tell you she is a SCRAPPING Queen!!!

(Don't forget you can click on the photo for a bigger image!)

Sue always does an amazing job using my designs! She makes me proud!!! Thanks sooo much for sharing Sue!!!

Well, I think that's it for today -I have to get back to the wedding grind! Once again - sorry about missing yesterday!

Until Next Time!

Cya~


Lori McDonald, Designer

My cutter files work on many machines. Some examples are the: Klik-n-kut, Pazzle, Wishblade, Silhouette, Cricut, Craft Robo. Some of the most common softwares involved with these machines are: Funtime, Scrapbooking, WinPC/Signlab, Inkscape, Create & Cut, Illustrator, KNK Studio, and Robomaster. These file are available exclusivly at Paperthreads.

We also specialize in pre cut/ pre assembled scrapbooking titles, diecuts, embellishments and keepsakes (including our NEW photo Stars). Make sure to visit our Store!

Don't forget to check back often as we host our scrapbooking digital cutting file freebies at least once a week!!!

It's Monday....

Well here we are - another Monday!!! I hope everyone had a GREAT National Scrapbooking Day!!! I know that here at Beloved Keepsakes we had a RECORD day of downloads for the Freebie File (even though it was about CLEANING!!! Bahahaha)!!! Thanks to everyone for stopping by to play!!!

I also announced the winner of the Beloved Keepsakes Big 'Ole Bag of Scrapping Crap!!!! Our winner in a random drawing from all the names of people who joined the Scrapbooking, Cards and More was.....

ESTHER WB

CONGRATULATIONS Esther!!! I have to tell you Esther has been one of my customer since the very beginning of this crazy ride as a scrapbooking designer!!! And I am very excited to have her as a member of the club!!!!

Additionally - for everyone that signed up for the Scrapbooking, Cards and More membership before Midnight on May 1st - I sent out the free bonus file - "Relax".

BUT... I had several emails returned - so if you did NOT get the bonus file - please email me and let me know so I can get it to you a different way!

Additionally - I previewed a "Sneak Peek" of the next file that will be available for download! It is called "Sunny Days".

Remember is still isn't too late to sign up for the Scrapbooking, Cards and More membership! The cost is $10 but for that $10 you are guaranteed at LEAST 20 orginial and brand new files designed by me!!! That comes out to less than $ .50 a file!!! (WHAT A DEAL!!!) And if you ever want to see what is available for download in the membership, just take a gander over on the right side of my blog - I have a slide show going with all the files available in the memebership!!

Before I go - I do want to let you know that some of us at Paperthreads are looking into converting all our files to SVG for those of you that have a Cricut Machine and SCAL. If you are one of these people PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE go to the Paperthreads forum and answer our poll! We are trying to determine the best way to present this SVG's to you - and we could REALLY use your input!

I think that's it for today! I hope you all have a HAPPY Monday...

Until Next Time!

Cya~


Lori McDonald, Designer

My cutter files work on many machines. Some examples are the: Klik-n-kut, Pazzle, Wishblade, Silhouette, Cricut, Craft Robo. Some of the most common softwares involved with these machines are: Funtime, Scrapbooking, WinPC/Signlab, Inkscape, Create & Cut, Illustrator, KNK Studio, and Robomaster. These file are available exclusivly at Paperthreads.

We also specialize in pre cut/ pre assembled scrapbooking titles, diecuts, embellishments and keepsakes (including our NEW photo Stars). Make sure to visit our Store!

Don't forget to check back often as we host our scrapbooking digital cutting file freebies at least once a week!!!