Wine Journal

Awhile back I was in Seattle (Redmond really) for a conference with my friend Carol and we stopped at Ben Franklin. I've been to this Ben Franklin before and I did appreciate it but now...now, I love it. You see...they had this fun wine paper and a wine journal sitting there for all to see with directions on how to make it. Well, knowing that Todd and I have a wine tasting coming up that we are going to I decided I would buy the stuff for it and make it. By the way, the wine tasting, is at Central and is quite the event. So much fun! Anyway, here is my finished product. A couple of things...this is the first time I've used my Bind It All and I love that little thing...so much potential. A little learning curve but loads of potential. The O-Wire is the smallest size I had so that is what I went with but I've ordered some smaller wires so if they will work better I'll just swap them out. You can see that the holes are spaced differently from the top to the bottom and that was part of the learning curve part but ya know...it is going to work just fine!

So, this is the front of the journal. The paper is by Creative Imaginations and the stickers that are inside and the little red/white wine tabbies are by Creative Imaginations too.

And here is what the inside pages look like. The copy that I used for this must have been a little off because the lines don't line up quite right but again, for our purpose it will be just fine. So this first page shows you the pocket for business cards and such then the next two pages are just lined, then two pockets...you get the idea. There are 10 pages total even though I had done 12 but that learning curve snuck up on me and I ruined two. Todd thinks 10 will be just fine so I'm okay with it too then. I separated the journal with a white wine tab (my favorite) and a red wine tab (I like a couple of reds). I just thought that would add some organization to the journal and I think the tabs are cute! The label on the left I'm going to put the date and place of the tasting. I'll just make a new one for next year if necessary. Oh, I forgot to tell you I just used thin chipboard like from a cereal box for the front and back cover. Very easy and very inexpensive. I'm going to say less than $5 for the entire thing.

So...you like? Kind of a neat project, huh? Remember I told you it was supposed to snow? Well, it did and I think we probably got 2"-3"! Can you believe that? And, this morning it is only 22 degrees! We are heading up to 46 degrees though and hopefully the sun will melt all the snow today. Our neighbors are moving and are having a yard sale today...brrrr!

I hope that you have a super fantastic Saturday!

Wow!

I'm so excited to tell you that I am the featured crafter today on Crafts On A Whim. She makes me look really good so I hope you guys will go over there and visit!

I made this purse/pocket yesterday with directions from Lauren's blog. Actually...you'll find that it looks a lot like hers as when I make something like this for the first time I typically will make the exact same one (or very close) and then go back and add my own flair to it the next time. I have taken this purse and put some tissue paper inside and then filled it with Ghiradelli chocolate. It is for the dentist office too. Although Kyler did say...maybe we shouldn't give the dentist chocolate. To which I replied...ah...they will just go brush their teeth right away. I'm sure they will love the Ghiradelli! I mean who wouldn't love those caramel, mint, and cocoa little squares? And, if they don't like them they better just give them right back! Are you getting the idea that I love Ghiradelli?

I'm just wondering...today is March 28th right? Well, guess what? We have a snow advisory in effect from 11 a.m. this morning until 10 p.m. tonight. WHAT? That is absolutely crazy. Thankfully it will probably melt within the next couple of days but sheesh! Who wants snow this far into March?

And, a little update on Kyler. Yesterday was the first time since Monday that when I asked him if he wanted Tylenol after school he said no. That is great! He has his appointment on Monday but Jon has a cleaning today so I'm hoping that maybe the dentist will take a peek at it today just to make sure all looks good for the weekend.

Oops...there is my signal. The clock is going off and that means it is 7 and I turn into a pumpkin. No, actually, that means it is time for Kyler to get up and our day to get started. So...I'm off!

Have a super fantastic Friday!

Out on a Limb Thank You Card

So...this is the two hour thank you card. I have rarely been so frustrated while stamping a card as I was yesterday. Want to hear my comedy of errors? Okay...here goes. First, I stamped the limb and flower 6 different times...then, I placed the polka dot paper and realized I didn't like it and wanted to cut more off but it was too stuck to the card stock so I had to start over with a new base. Next was the liquid pearl in the middle of the flowers wasn't dry and I put it down upside down so it got smudged. Finally, the scallops. I cut the length wrong twice (the old adage measure twice cut once...yeah...didn't do that). Instead of the paper piercing I was going to use liquid pearl dots and I managed to smudge one of those too. So, I had to take the ribbon off, remove the old scallop and then make a new scallop and paper pierce it. Whew, girls...that was a lot of work! Do you think it was worth my frustration? the card is for the dentist office that saw Kyler after his accident. They were so kind and caring I wanted to make sure they knew that I appreciated it. Kyler wants to make them a little something too so he'll do that this weekend and we'll take the cards to them on Monday. I'm thinking some chocolate may be in order for them too so we'll see! :o)

A couple of you have asked how Kyler is doing. He is doing well. He went back to school the next day with instructions for no outside recess or PE participation. He is still having pain but Tylenol works for it for about 3 hours. I've just been giving it to him for that time period. We did call the dentist to make sure it was okay and he reiterated that his mouth is pretty messed up and that yesterday was supposed to be the worst day for pain which it was as Kyler woke up and the first thing he said was how much his mouth hurt. But, today is a new day and I'm about to go get him up so we'll see how it goes. Thank you so much for your concern...it means a lot to me and him!

I hope you all have a great Thursday! If you have any stories about a frustrating card...please share them so I don't feel like such a dork. Sorry but y'all need to join me on this one! LOL!

Gettin' Physical

Here is a card with one of my new Hanna sets, Getting Physical Hanna. Isn't she the cutest thing? I don't talk about it much on my blog but I exercise 4/5 out 0f 7 days a week. I'm trying to loose a little weight right now but I'm also liking food right now so it is just kinda balancing itself out. What you see Hanna wearing is something very similar to what I wear...funny how that works and it looks like she is about to do some shoulder work just like me! Funny, huh? I've actually made this card for a friend so I can't wait to get it in the mail! HERE is the recipe. I'm not sure where I got the layout from but I'm sure it is from somewhere.

On a personal note I started a new Bible study with some ladies at my church last night and it is wonderful! I just love it! To those of you who are following long with Rachel Olsen's blog reading about the women of the Bible...what did you think about Potiphar's wife? My goodness...it will be interesting to read what everyone thinks of her actions, huh? It all sets the wheel in motion for Joseph's rise to "power" and his ability to save thousands of people though but sheesh...what deceit!

Anyway, I hope you all have a wonderful day today!

Light of the World

Well, this is my first card with Daily Bread Designs new stamp set called...Light of the World. This is their first set but I hope not their last as it is a lovely set, it stamps so nicely, and I just love the scriptures. The store also has stickers, rub ons, designer paper (I bought some of that go figure!) and there are even links to their gallery, SCS's Bible Verse Challenge and their forum. It is a neat store so go check it out.

Thank you all for your comments on my last post. Kyler is doing much better this morning. He is a little hesitant about eating lunch today as he thinks the kids will make fun of him for being a little slow but I just tried to reassure him that it will be okay. He will be staying in from recess and PE this week so no accidental flailing arms hit him in the mouth. I'm sure it will all be okay. One of his friends yesterday told him the wire on his teeth "looks cool" so hopefully they will all be cool with it today. If not...I may have to call their mama's! Just kidding...I'll let the school deal with it...maybe!

Have a terrific Tuesday everyone!

Oh Man!

Okay, remember when I said in the post below that I was going to make today the best day possible? Well...I'm still trying to do so but I got a phone call during my staff meeting today saying that Kyler was playing at recess, got hit in the mouth, was in the nurses office and I needed to come. Yeah...I was speeding a little to get there but that is the mom instinct ya know. Well, when I got there it wasn't good. I called the dentist right away, got him in right away and here are the positives...

1. I got him there very quickly which will increase the likelihood that the teeth will stay in.

2. The teeth are not broken. Yay!

3. He has finally done something before his brothers! LOL!

4. He doesn't have to have his teeth cleaned on Friday(this is good according to him).

5. He now knows what it is like to have to have a shot at the dentist...good 'cuz he's never gonna want to do it again.

6. He got the rest of the day off!

The bad...

1. His right front tooth and the one next to it will most likely need a root canals at some point.

2. It is going to be quite painful for the next couple of days.

3. He has a wire across his four front teeth to hold them into position that he has to go back to the dentist in a week to have looked at.

4. The sockets are "broken" but they will heal on their own.

5. He now knows what it is like to have a shot at the dentist...bad because it hurts darn it!

All I can say is one thing...Praise God it wasn't any worse!



PS: The picture doesn't do it justice...it looks horrible!

Last Two Swaps and an RAK

So here they are...the last two cards I got in the swap and an RAK from Melissa Ferr. Enjoy!

This is the RAK from Melissa Ferr. I just love the St. Patrick's Day theme with the party Bella. How cute!

This Tinkerbella is from Lisa Visone. Don't ya love all the bling? It is so much fun!

This last card is from Maria Vega. The pink and brown get me every time so you know I love this one! You probably can't see it but Bella's pants are all sparkly on this card. FUN!

So there you have it ladies. It was a wonderful swap that I was in and I'm so pleased with all the cards! Tomorrow I'll be showing you my first card made with a stamp set called Light of the World from a brand new stamp company called Our Daily Bread Designs. I think you are going to love it!

It is Monday so that means a very busy day for me as usual. I'm going to make today the best day possible and I hope you do too!

HE IS RISEN!!!

HE IS RISEN!!! If you are rejoicing in the joy of Easter's miraculous gift I want to hear "He Is Risen Indeed!"