Thank You, Teacher

Last week I had an opportunity to papercraft with a local Brownie Troop. One of the projects was this wrapped Hershey Bar--a little something for a special teacher. Between my Cricut machine and Stampin' Up! products, this was a cute and easy project for the children. The girls were pleased with their completed projects--and I had a delightful time.

Happy Memorial Day

No card today, but wanted to honor those who were or are part of our military. This is a pic of the flag that flies at the USS Arizona memorial in Hawaii. Thank you.

Cool & Refreshing

I was surfing the web and came across this card. It was on Vickie Maduzia's website. I made this card using a watercolor technique for the background. Needless to say, it will be one of the cards you will be making if you attend my Watercolor Technique class on May 26th. Hope to see you there. In the meantime, enjoy your day.

Hello Kitty Graduation Card

Our little granddaughter is graduating from preschool tomorrow. How cute is this card--and perfect for the occasion! I went back and forth on whether or not I should add the Hello Kitty Greetings Cricut cartridge to my collection. Very glad I did purchase it. I have used the cartridge on numerous occasions. Not only does it have a number of Hello Kitty images, but also images of other things--strawberry, cherries, cupcake and so much more. When I purchased my first Cricut, I was buying cartridges like crazy. Since then, I only purchase those I am sure I will make use of.

If you own a Cricut or contemplate buying one, you are welcome to give me a call. I will be more than happy to share my thoughts about the machine or any of the cartridges in my collection.

Upcoming Classes

My scrap broom is completed and looks gorgeous. I have been working on upcoming classes and here is a sneek peek at some of the cards we will be creating at the watercolor technique class on May 26th and the June classes. If you click on the photo, it will enlarge so you can get get a better look at the cards. May Class: 26th - Watercolor Techniques - We will be making 3 cards and a 3D project; 7 - 9 pm. Fee: $12.00 (Bring your adhesive!) June Classes: 7th - Cricut Get-together - If you have a Cricut machine, come over and share your projects and ideas with other Cricut owners; 1-4pm. Fee: Snack to share 8th - Man cards - It seems to me that the majority of things we make are a little more on the pretty side. This class will be devoted to manly cards only. 7-9 pm. Fee: $12.00 (Don't forget your adhesive!) 14th - Stamp & Scrap - bring your "projects in progress". My stamps, trimmers, punches will be available for your use; 1-4pm. Fee: $5.00 (Don't forget the adhesive!) 20th - My Grown-up & Me - For children 6-9 years old. An adult must accompany the child and participate in making the projects; 10-11:15 am. Fee: $10.00 23rd - Just For Us - For kids ages 10-13. You must bring your child to the door and sign him/her in and leave your phone number. The child will be released to the same person who brought her/him. 10 - 11:30 am. Fee: $10.00 25th - Scrapbook 101 - Learn some scrapbook basics as we make a 12x12 two-page layout. 7 - 9 pm. Fee: $12.00 (Remember the adhesive!) Please call to let me know you will be attending one or more of the classes. This will enable me to have enough product for all. Enjoy your day!

Mother's Day Card

This is a card that I came across on SCS. I do not have the name of the original artist, but I want to thank her for the idea. Her card was absolutely beautiful. I used retired SU! paper and cardstock for this one.

My New Scrap Room

I wanted to share some photos of my new scrap room. It definitely is prettier in person, but you get an idea of your surroundings when you attend one of my classes or a scrap & stamp. My husband spent many hours putting this together for me and I am so thankful to him. The bar stools should be here by next week and then I will be set to go. In the meantime, I am working on my June calendar and will post upcoming classes.