Missing the Cape
can't make it this year We have been going to Cape Cod every year for a summer vacation since 2002, and it was always a wonderful vacation. We went with friends, and each of us in the family had a vacation buddy that loved to do the same things on vacation -...
Kerri Walsh & Misty May – Friends
We're proud of you! I wish Kerri & Misty the best of luck in their remaining matches at the Olympics. I don't actually know these gals, but they are fun to watch and they are very inspirational. This card would be a lovely thing to share with...
Digital is Discounted!
for all of August! Stampin' Up! is promoting digital crafting this month with some great discounts in digital print products, downloads and 1 CD collection. If you enjoy creating digitally, now is the time to get some great goodies on the cheap! Here...
Frost in July
on paper, that is This is the last sample that I'll post that uses the Reason to Smile stamp set because today is the last day that you can purchase this limited edition set. I've had a lot of fun creating with it, and I am sad to see it go. This card is...
Yard Sale – Save Big
I have too much stuff! I'm starting to feel like they could film an episode of Hoarders at my house with all of the paper crafting stuff that I've collected over the years. I had a yard sale a few years ago, and it was a tremendous success....
Ichiro Becomes a Yankee
Yankee fans celebrate I'm actually not a baseball fan, but I have several Facebook friends that are, and a few of them are Yankee fans. They were ecstatic that Ichiro joined their favorite team. I did a little searching on the 'Net to see what the...
Missing you Sally Ride
You were an inspiration I was very sad to hear the news that Sally Ride just passed away. She was such a wonderful role model for so many young women who learned that it really is ok to "shoot for the stars" based on her example. Thank you for...
Reason to Smile
So many reasons to offer thanks It is summer time in Vermont, and I'm feeling thankful for so many things! We are having wonderful weather this year and I've thoroughly enjoyed spending time out on the lake and walking around with my wonderful husband....
Congratulations Kourtney Kardashian
on the birth of Penelope I created this card as part of an organized swap for the new catalog. I love participating in swaps because it gives me an excuse to create something and I get so many wonderful samples in return. My creation featured the new...
Celebrating Serena!
with a cheerful card With her double victories at Wimbledon, I think Serena deserves a celebratory card! Sure, she has the beautiful trophies, but there's something special about a hand made card that makes an occasion really special (IMHO). I created this...












