This layout stemmed from being in a FUNK today. That's what my Mom would call it at least. I tried to avoid it entirely. Usually I can go all Scarlett O'Hara and say 'Fiddledeedee!' instead of letting a situation get to me. When it comes to negative people, negative thinking and negative 'self talk' usually I am TEFLON. … [Read more...]
Coloring with Copics – the Froggy: a video tutorial
I was demonstrating at the Copic booth during CHA-Winter this lovely frog stamp by Prickley Pear stamps. I decided to use it as a subject for my first YouTube video tutorial. Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Greeting Cards and Buffets – feast your eyes on this…
On Friday I placed my orders for a TON of supplies for new classes I'm teaching this year. For the first quarter, these classes will be taught at the stores listed on the right sidebar. Call them to register. First up is Copic 101 - It's a quick assembly-line card-making class for those that want to learn the basics of how to use these fantastic markers. … [Read more...]
Sew Very Merry
I purchase trims from this great local upholstery shop called Chintz and Prints. Last week, I went in to look around at the treasures, and the shop owners kindly allowed my small companion, Courtney, to rummage through their remnant bin and find some treasures of her own. Later that day she wore her new fashion design and has setup a fashion designer corner in her … [Read more...]
The Birthday Bonanza has now concluded…
The twins' birthday is today and last night I was making chocolate chip cookies (for Cameron) and brownies (for Courtney) to bring to school today. Tonight we'll all go out to the ice cream place for dinner. And then on to the joy of Thanksgiving and the holiday season. Is it any wonder that I love this time of year? I won't be traveling for Thanksgiving. … [Read more...]