My daughter Emily is a Junior (ok, that’s hard to write) at the High School for the Performing and Visual Arts (http://hspva.org/dhtml/). And, if you are familiar with having a child that wishes to pursue art in college, then you might have heard of National Portfolio Day (http://portfolioday.net/). The events are few and far between, as they are held across the… [Read More]
One Piece, Happy Birthday Brett
So, as you know, I love to make cards/banners – things for people for their special days. This latest creation was already in the works and almost done when I got a message to “….can you make this theme…..?”. Uummmm, not familiar with it, but, ok I’ll try. This is what I came up with – Not too bad huh?… [Read More]
Two Tags Pumpkins
This was the other favorite project at the class! It was also very quick with a big *WOW* because it was so easy and just sooo cute! SS – Carved and Candlelit (retired, but you could use the face from Autumn Harvest) I – Basic Black, Pumpkin Pie CS – Pumpkin Pie, Chocolate Chip D… [Read More]
Regional Picture with SHELLI!
I have been quite busy lately – this is WAY overdue! I wanted to get these pictures up so you could see how much fun we had at the FIRST REGIONAL of the tour – This is a photo-op we took with Shelli! Isn’t that way cool? She is soo nice and gladly stood thorough everyone’s camera… [Read More]
Happy 1st Day Tufts girl!
Well, just a quick post to wish my dear Sophomore daughter a great 1st Day of School! Whether you are in elementary school, high school or even college – well wishes make you feel good! Hillary is a Sophomore at Tufts University and I just love to send her a little of my creativity! Brings… [Read More]
Back to School Emily!
This is a card for my daughter Emily who started, tear, her Junior year of high school. More tears. You have to make these cards really simple – teens don’t seem to like a lot of fluff. And, Emily goes to a high school for the arts. If I ask, she will give me a run down… [Read More]
Convention Friends Photo ReCap-
Well, I am back from Convention and it was sooo much fun! I have had a good nights rest finally got to sleep and wanted to share some pics of my stampin’ buddies that I went to Convention with. I went with my wonderful side line Nancy and her downline (partner in crime stampin’), Carolyn. This is… [Read More]
Back to School Convention SWAP
Good Luck on your first day back at school is what I say! I just love the new set from the mini! There are soo many cute stamps – I choose to use just the words, numbers, alphabet, and 1 of the little apples in a row. When I designed this card, I knew immediately… [Read More]
Happy Birthday Convention SWAP
I had several ideas in the works for my Stampin’ Up Convention swaps. Over the next few days you will see what I chose to actually make and trade. The other cards were great too – but, I only had so much time. I loved this card because it showcased two things – the new In Colors… [Read More]
New 2010-2011 Stampin’ Up Catalog
IT’S HERE – IT’S HERE! The new Stampin’ Up Catalog is here! It has some really awesome stuff in it! I think you are going to like all the *new* stamps, colors, accessories, everything – Samples to follow, of course! Do you need one? I think you do – Contact me and we will get you set up! Happy New Catalog!… [Read More]
Happy Anniversary Ed!
Today, April 21, is my 20th – yes – TWENTIETH – Anniversary!!!!! To express my love to my dear husband, I made this beautiful, challenging, card/gift holder! I was soooo excited with the way it turned out! I started with the *idea* of using the Sweet Treat Cups, but using 2 of them side by side to hold… [Read More]
New Stampin’ Up Color Renovation-
Stampin’ Up has renovated their color families for the upcoming new catalog availble July 1st. We used to have 48 colors, plus the Neutrals. Now they are only going to carry 40 colors including everything! That will make stampin’ life different but good! Several colors will be retiring. But, they are bringing back some old In-Color favorites!… [Read More]
Gift Giving
This is a real quick post- I got my hubby something really special for Valentine’s Day. If I would have left it in the “wrap” it came in, it would have immediately given it away where it came from. So, in crafty fashion- I had to change that! The pic is a little off-color because of the… [Read More]
Christmas Cards of Past
One of the traditions I like to uphold every year is that of a handmade photo card for Christmas. Most of the time they are of our two daughters. These are few from past years, and of course, this year! My husband agreed to have this as our card this year. (The group Santa photo is yes, another one… [Read More]
Christmas Past
Some old, cherished ornaments that I have made for my daughters………..a long time ago! Cross stitch style! Each ornament design I made about 20-25 of each, one for each classmate/friend. Some of the ones that have a name written funny were actually the way she/he printed their names at the time. I just copied it in cross… [Read More]
