Saturday, June 30, 2007

Ooo...pretty!

I needed to make a sympathy card for my friend Jennifer, whose MIL died last night. I wanted it to be new, special, and simple so that Brandon would like it too. This is what I came up with. I hope she likes it but mostly I hope that she is comforted knowing that I care.

How I made this card:

Stamps: Garden Silhouettes, Warmest Regards
Cardstock: Groovy Guava, Wild Wasabi, Whisper White
Ink: S/A (same as above) plus Purely Pomegranate
Accessories: Organdy Ribbon, Aqua Painter, Stamp a ma Jig
Layout: is from Lauren's Saturday Sketch

Friday, June 29, 2007

New Catty Card

Okay, so I took a moment and went ahead and made a card with the Level 3 Hostess set, Vases in Vogue. This is a fun set to work with! It isn't the fanciest card I've ever made but I still think it is cute. The recipe will be at the bottom of this post.

I've had some time to explore the new catalog and I have to say that I like it. It has some interesting new sets and some fabulous new paper but I told you that already didn't I? Sorry about the repetition...I'm so tired. Today was the last day of VBS and I'm just letting down the the VBS high which makes me extremely tired!

This cute Birthday Beauty was made by my blogging friend Amber. See her blog HERE. Her dress and tiara are all glittered up! It looks like Amber used stitched ribbon on her card but she really just used her gel pen to make it look like stitched ribbon...neato, huh?

Well, I hope you all have a great day! See you later this weekend!




How I made the card:
Stamps: Vases in Vogue, On the Spot
Cardstock: Whisper White, POP, Certainly Celery, Cameo Coral
Ink: Stazon Black, Rose Red, Garden Green
Accessories: Crystal Effects, Brads, White Gel Pen

Thursday, June 28, 2007

Cool! And, Weird!

I have something to show you! It is both really, really, cool and on the other hand very, very weird. Ready?

The cool part? My upline got her catalogs today and brought me one! Yahoo!!!! I LOVE IT!!! I especially like the new layout and paper! Thank you Richelle!!!!!!!!

The weird part...I'm kissing the catalog, I look like crap (it is the end of the day!), and I'm wearing glasses (my contacts were driving me crazy!). If you can get past the weird stuff enjoy the sneak peak at the new catty! My box will be here tomorrow so if you pre-ordered you know you'll be getting a phone call!

Ahhh...finally...some artwork!

Okay, really quick, here is some artwork. The card made with the hearts is made by Jackie. The set is from Gina K's Love You To Pieces set. The colors are just fantastic and isn't that stitched ribbon cute? The birthday card is by Mindy and just so cute! I love the punched out flowers and the piercing.

I am awaiting my new catalogs still but there are some boxes being delivered in Ellensburg today so hopefully one box will be delivered to my house. Otherwise, it looks like they will arrive tomorrow. Remember, if you ordered a catalog from me...my Mr. Brown doesn't stop at my house until after 5 p.m. and sometimes closer to 6:30. I will be calling to let you know when it arrives though!

Have a great day everyone!

Wednesday, June 27, 2007

New Toy!

We decided yesterday that we were going to get the kids a water slide this summer. I really didn't start out thinking it would be one this big but it just worked out that this is what we liked best. I think the kids liked it too! :0)

Tomorrow (Thursday) I will be able to show you the cards from the swap I hosted here at Live-Love-Laugh-Create. I'm so sorry I've been neglecting that. Hopefully, once I've finished with VBS I can get back into a blogging routine.

Have a great night and see you tomorrow!

Tuesday, June 26, 2007

I'm liking this desk!

Just thought I'd share a picture of a fellow stampers desk. What a mess, huh? Why do you think I might share this photo? Teehee! I should have our new catties by Friday and I CANNOT WAIT! :0)

Monday, June 25, 2007

Quick Post

Just wanted to post real quick before I leave for VBS. I have a couple of pictures for you. The building is DuVall Hall. It is the residence hall that I stayed in at Whitworth. Like Todd told you I was only the second person to stay in my room...which is the second picture. I heard that we were lucky to be staying there as it has air conditioning. Not that we needed it because I think the warmest it got was about 85. Anyway, now you know where I was for a couple of weeks. I will be sharing pictures of my profs and roommates soon. I'll be back to stamping soon, too, because looking at all of my new stamps and not being able to touch them is KILLING me! :0)

Be back later!

Sunday, June 24, 2007

Bible Study

If you live in the Ellensburg area I will be facilitating a great Bible study and would love for you to join me. You can check it out HERE and the information will always be available in the left column. Let me know if you would like any details! :0)

Saturday, June 23, 2007

Watch out for us SU! Demos!

My friend, Gwen, posted this on her blog and I thought it was so cute that I HAD to share it with you!

UPS Memo

To: Drivers and Security

Date: June 20th , 2007

Subject: Crazy Stampin' Up! Ladies

This time of the year has come around once again. Stampin' Up! is releasing the New Idea Book and Catalog. Please be extremely cautious of Stampin' Up! demonstrators (SUDs) for the next two weeks.

Watch out for the following:

1. At the distribution centers, please be on the lookout for SUDs. In the past they have been known to cut fences and sneak inside covered with close to cocoa ink in hopes of blending in with the trucks.

2. The ladies have been known to run after your trucks. If they catch you and ask if you have a "package" for them, be careful with your answer. They do not take "no" for an answer. If you do not have it, just say " I will double check in the back" and turn and run as fast as you can to your truck and drive away. Do not turn back and look, just keep going until you are a safe distance away.

3. They have also been know to drive up next to you at a stop light in their mini vans and SUVs and ask if you have a package for them. Turn up your radio and pretend you cannot hear them. Do not let them approach your delivery truck at an intersection. SUDs have been know to stop traffic and throw all your packages off the trucks until they find their new Idea Book and catalog.

How to Deliver the New Idea Book and Catalog
1. Be sure you have fixed your squeaky brakes, If not - park your truck two blocks away so the SUD can not hear you coming.

2. Put in your earplugs and secure your safety glasses.

3. If you see children looking out the window, put your finger up to your lips and say "SHHHH".. They are on a "lookout" for you and are being paid to "alert" their mothers (SUDs) when they see you coming to the door.

4. Approach the front door and very quietly, set the package down in front of the door (Make sure you place it in FRONT so when she opens the door, the box will be in the way and give you a little more time to escape).

5. Back up as far as you can and reach for the doorbell, (BE READY TO RUN !!!). Ring the doorbell and make a mad dash back to your truck and drive away....DO NOT LOOK BACK !!!

The UPS corporation is informing you of this because in the past years, SUDs have been known to scream at the top of their lungs with excitement and try to tackle you with hugs for delivering their catalogs. After you have been smothered with appreciation for getting them their catalogs on time, watch out for flying packaging material as they will open up the box before you have had a chance to leave , or they have gone inside.

Best of luck to you with this mission, and remember

Let's Be Safe Out There!!!!

Friday, June 22, 2007

I'm Home!

Just thought I'd let you all know that I'm home. The drive home was great until I got the the Columbia River area and then the wind was just whipping. It made it very difficult to drive. I have so missed Todd, boys, home, dogs, and, of course, you guys!

I probably wont have time to make any new cards over the next 10 days or so as I have VBS this next week and will be taking some time to transcribe my school notes onto the computer as I have some pretty hefty papers to write as follow up to my classes. I will have swap cards to share though and will probably be able to post them after VBS...so in the afternoon. Please be patient just a bit longer. Everything will be back to normal soon!

Thanks for supporting Todd's blogging while I was gone! I thought he did an excellent job and he'll definitely have to be a guest artist sometime...doncha think? :0) Oh, and guess what was waiting for me when I got home? A beautiful, new, necklace! Woohoo!

Have a fantastic weekend! Oh, and be looking for some blog candy soon! :0)

Friday...

All you wonderful stampers know what it is when it is Friday. Lorie will be home this time instead of me. We are so looking forward to her return.

If your reading this for a new idea, my last two have not turned out. I just cannot create anything with a flower theme. I'm going to try one more card, but I can't promise anything.

Best part is I'm still trying to stamp even after a block. I now understand what happens when you don't have ideas or they don't turn out.

If it is nice outside where your at enjoy the weather. If it is not pray for change. And remember to live well, laugh often, love much and create change when needed. Have a great weekend!!!!!

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

Good Idea Bad Card


OK, all you super stampers...I did not hit a run today. I had a great idea and it just never came around. I tried to use Lorie's favorite color with the pink "L". It just did not go the way I intended.

I tried to go with a cool flower card, it just is not going to happen. Anyway this one is to tell Lorie how much she is appreciated. Just a few adjectives that scratch the surface that is Lorie. She already knows how bad I'm doing in running the finances. Lorie is needed to bring us all back to reality and keep us grounded.

I know she will read this, so Lorie I love and miss you lots. Enjoy school, we are waiting for you to come home. All our love....

Maybe this will trigger a few ideas for the rest of you in what not to do on a card. I promise to give you one more good card this week before I sign off. Maybe Lorie will invite me back as a guess designer?????? Have a good day.

Retired Accessories List

Good Morning my stamping friends! I sure do miss you all and my blogging! I thought I would take a quick moment before going off to class to share with you the Retired Accessories List. Please note that on the copy that you will see that there are different colors indicating whether or not the item is available. Please take a look at that before you want to place an order. You can go ahead and e-mail me if you would like to know if a product is available BUT I will only be checking e-mail at my lunch break (and that is only if I have time) and then after dinner.

Retired Accessories List

Now...back to your regular programing!

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

New, New, New plus more....


All you super stampers here is the next idea on my list. I hope you enjoy it. Very simple, but it shows my appreciation to Lorie. I am truly blessed with my partner.

By the way I forgot to say thanks for the wonderful fathers day stuff. Yes it was a bumpy ride, but I had a nice time. Thank you for everything.

For everyone else I know that the fathers really do appreciate whatever you may have done. Simple stuff is really what I am about.

Enjoy the card and idea. If you have suggestion please always add them. I love to learn new ideas for my creations. I really appreciate all the input. I have been keeping it in mind and using glitter whenever I can to spice up the card. Thanks for the idea Dawn.

Back Again

I'm back for another week. I'm working on a card, so be expecting one tonight probably. Had a good father's day hanging out with Lorie and Kyler.

If you do travel to Spokane, the Manito Park is beautiful. If you like flowers, there are several different gardens within the park to walk through. The most amazing part, all the flowers have name plates so you know what you are looking at. I thought it was nice, except the weather was cool with sprinkles on Sunday.

So stampers be waiting patiently for the card tonight or maybe this afternoon.

Sunday, June 17, 2007

This is dedicated...


This is dedicated to the man who can fill in perfectly while I'm gone. His cooking is probably better than mine, he can clean a house to make it look like there aren't 5 people living there, he shuttles the kids around, gives lots of love, and apparently he is a fantastic stamper!

Thank you, Todd, for choosing me to be your partner. Thank you for taking on the challenge of parenting three boys and doing a great job. Thank you for being there whenever I need you.

Happy Father's Day!

Saturday, June 16, 2007

My Friday, YEAH!!!!!!!!


It has been a busy week for me. Today at work it is my Friday, I'm very happy. Also tomorrow I'm off to go visit Lorie for the day. I'm hoping for great weather so we can go to the park and hang out. Spokane is very beautiful place to visit.

So, I decided to do another card. Again not what I was thinking when I started but it turned out good. As for you "old timers" I truly am just getting lucky.

This next week will be mostly the cards from the swap, photos from Whitworth college, and a few notes. And Lorie will post next Saturday, so expect a spectacular card or two.

Thanks for being a kind audience this past week. I look forward to our chats this coming week. I'm talk at you Monday when I return.

Friday, June 15, 2007

It's Friday...It's Friday!


All you stampers, if you have been reading this blog for long, Fridays are GREAT! First last card for this week, Lorie is one day closer to being done, I'm one day closer to seeing Lorie, and today it is suppose to rain.

I did not start with this idea for the card but it turned out ok. I was planning a heart/sweatheart style card, but yellow is my favorite color so presto here it is.

Lorie told me to tell you I was able to read her stampin update before she could. She was really not happy, but laughed pretty hard.

All of you have a great weekend and I may post tomorrow but it will depend on work. Again have a safe weekend.

Thursday, June 14, 2007

New Day, New Idea, New Card


Good Morning, afternoon or evening! Who said that you can't relax in style? I took a few ideas from those who wrote in and thought this might help. I should have added pearls. I really enjoy the Bella stamps. They are Lorie's favorite, so I thought I would give them a try. After protecting the campus all night, I did a quick card and off to bed I go. Enjoy and no copying, OK maybe a few copies are good. Besides there is no better flattery than a copy cat. Have a great day. Oh, Lorie is doing very well, learning lots, and reading more than she would like. All said and done she is doing great. I so appreciate her and miss her tremendously. Off to do errands then to bed.

Wednesday, June 13, 2007

Third Card Ever


For all you super stampers, here is my third card ever. Also it is a tribute to all the single parents and those of you who do everything. Lorie takes care of so much here I wanted her to know this is how I view her. She is a true SUPER mom, wife...place anything in there and it fits Lorie. Also if you were to ask me the recipe I have no idea. Have a great day, and watch for the next post.

Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Todd's In The House

Hello all you blog watchers! Lorie is off to school and I have been neglecting you, sorry. So, she made it no probably on Sunday. OK, I did not stop to ask for directions one time, but no accident so no foul, right.

The place where Lorie is staying is new this year. Her room was only lived in by one student. It is very nice. Whitworth calls the rooms pods. It is a small living space that is shared along with a bathroom. The bathroom is huge though. It has two stalls, showers, and sinks plus storage shelves. The rooms have two of everything, meaning beds, desks, closets, and dressers. Lorie was not happy with no mirrors in the rooms. Can you believe it no mirror! How do they expect you to admire yourself? I'll get photos and post probably next week.

Class is going good. Lorie is learning lots, but she does miss all of you, stamping, and us. Well at least she misses the dogs and boys.

Update here: If you were involved with the swap, they are in the mail. I REALLY loved all of them lots. I had a hard time trying to figure out only one winner. And congrats to the winner.

The boys and I have undertaken a few projects while Lorie is away. We stripped the fence and will try to stain it over the next few days. I sealed the driveway. And a few other surprises for Lorie, so I can't say now.

I promise to have a new card that I made myself to post tomorrow. Keep watching, and I'll update you as Lorie advises me. Bye, and good stamping!!!!!!

Sunday, June 10, 2007

It is graduation time.

Yep, graduation time is upon us and probably pretty close to being over. As some of you may know I was chosen as a guest designer for Paper Pretties for the month of May. It was really exciting to design a couple of cards that were to be named card of the week. I knew as soon as I saw Diplomabella that she wouldn't be wearing any plain 'ole gown. I mean, come on, Bella being boring...oh, no! Anyway, with the first card I made I paper pieced her gown with the background paper, added some ruby red and cameo coral to it and a lot of glitter and bam! She was ready to go. The second card was made using the Cuttleburg folder called 'You' (I think 'cuz I can't find it right now...did I tell you my stamping area is a mess?). I put Bella in a cameo coral gown I used my Stickles to highlight the 'you' on the bottom. Honestly, I like them both a lot.

Oh, and I got fun mail yesterday! One...there was no bills...woohoo! Two...I got an Angel Tag. Heidi sent me a very nice card made with Simply Said. I love the muted colors and friendship theme of this card. The saying in blue is just a triangle for the cut corner. Isn't that neat? I don't know why I don't ever think of things like that!? Thanks so much Heidi!

Well, I don't want to stop typing but I must go. The kids will be up soon and I did want to get at least a little reading done this morning before church.

Don't forget that a week from today is Father's Day (6-17). Take some time to stamp a card for your DH and tell him how much you appreciate the great job he does with the kids. It is amazing how it feels to be affirmed by your spouse.

I know Todd will take great care of you guys and I'll be checking in periodically (or more if school isn't how I think it will be).

Hugs and Smiles to all!

Saturday, June 9, 2007

It came...it came!

My Fall/Winter Preview order came yesterday! We left at about 5:45 for a spaghetti feed the the local VFW was sponsoring and it still hadn't arrived. Luckily, when I got home it had arrived! Yippee!! *huge grin* In all I received 8 new stamp sets (two of which are NEW hostess sets a level 2 and a level 3!), the 6 new In Color stamp pads, the In Color cardstock assortment pack (plus various other cardstock), Groovy Guava cardstock, Purely Pomegranate (I am in love with this color) cardstock, a new Jumbo Wheel, and the new Rhinestone Brads in both colors in the circle shape. I think I'm in love! I haven't had the chance to stamp anything with them though because I'm desperately trying to finish my reading. Only 6 more chapters and I'm actually enjoying reading it now! Yay!

I want to show you a Bella card that I made for my friend, Jennifer, for her birthday. I don't even remember the name of this Bella although I know Jennifer will tell me! :0) I wanted to make something special and unique just for Jenniger and I had seen something similar on the SU! demo website so I thought I could make it work for my purposes. Anyway, I made it with the Bella but Jennifer got SU! dollars for her birthday. She seemed to be happy with it so that is good! Okay, she was VERY happy with it so that was GREAT!!!

On another note. Remember back when I provided a link to a SU! questionnaire that you could fill out to become a SU! Ambassador type of person? Well, guess what? One of my friends, Stephanie, was chosen for that program! How cool is that? She didn't even know she was accepted until she received a box in the mail. She got 2 stamp sets, cardstock, a punch, and some other neato things. Stephanie tells me that she has filled out two surveys since receiving the box. Sure wish I could have been picked...free stuff...gotta love it!

Oh, I've been asked for the Google reader link again (I think I made a mistake the first time, sorry!) so here it is. Google Reader I hope that one works!

I'll be up early tomorrow morning so I hope to get one more post in before I leave. Catch ya then!

Friday, June 8, 2007

I drive myself crazy sometimes!

Okay, so I was thinking earlier today of something I wanted to tell you guys but now I can't remember. I should have just posted then. Just call me ditzy Lorie! Did you see how fast we are moving to 20,000 views? Holy cow! I guess I will for sure be handing out some candy when I return!

Oh, I know...I wanted to post a picture of my SU! orders. That would be great wouldn't it? Yeah...it would...if I had them! Of course my Mr. Brown doesn't come until about 5:30 P.M....I think we are the last on his route! :0( I'll make sure you see the goodies tomorrow though!

I just thought I'd show you guys one of the two cutie cards that Courtney sent with her Prize Swap entry. Isn't it adorable? She used some Palette O Prints paper, Big Blooms Stamp Set (from the spring mini...which you can still order from until June 29th), some stitched grosgrain from the Ribbon Originals in Sweet Shop. I just love this card! I think I say it about just about all cards but you have to agree...this is a great one! I really wish I would have gotten that Big Blooms set...oh, yeah...I still can! :0)

So did you all go figure out Google Reader? I haven't gotten any cancellation requests from FeedBlitz yet. You really should try it...it is fantastic!

Well, ladies...I did the spell check, now I'm going to read the post over again and push 'publish post'. I hope you have a fantastic evening! See you tomorrow!

Thursday, June 7, 2007

Something Neato!

Hey, you guys. I've gotta share with you how I'm reading all of my favorite blogs now. Google has something called Google Reader. You go there...add in your favorite blogs and BINGO! You are all set. It updates when the new feed is posted and not the entire next day. So, right after I post this...I will see it on Google reader. You can check it out HERE.

Today I received Heather's swap. What is with the post office anyway? I did not receive the last two swaps though so I have the extras in an envelope to go to Dawn when I mail out the return swaps. If I should receive new swaps in tomorrows mail I'll go ahead and swap them but they will not have had the chance to be in the contest because the winner was chosen today. Like I said before I needed this to be quick and efficient so that I can leave for school without thinking about it. I'm going to weigh envelopes when I'm done with this post so I can be all set! :0)

Oh, and did I say winner? Did you want to know who the winner of the Prize Swap is? You do? Okay....

































the winner is....




















Debby Tillman from right here in Ellensburg! Her cutie Bella just caught my husbands eye and he named it the winner! Congratulations Debby! I put the winnings in your envelope and will bring it to you at church tomorrow! Oh, you say you want to see the winning card? Okay, fine, I'll do it! :0) Now, how cute is Curlysurprisseabella? Do you not just love the ribbon and very neato rhinestone brad in the corner!? Debby...you did just a fantastic job! Actually you ALL did a fantastic job! I'll/Todd will be posting the other entries this week and next.

Speaking of Todd...you know what he said to me? He said that he just might try to do some stamping of his own to show you guys. Now how cool is that? He did stamp me a couple of cards a couple of months ago and did just a fine job!

Oh, and guess what else is exciting? My Fall/Winter Preview order will be here tomorrow! Woohoo! I don't think I'll have time to actually stamp with any of it but I will take the time to go ahead and take a picture of it all and post it for ya! Now, isn't that exciting!?

Alright, now that you are all holding your breath 'til the picture tomorrow...go, have a great night! I'll see you tomorrow! :0)

Wednesday, June 6, 2007

Some Artwork

I just spent an hour cropping and sizing the pictures of the swap cards that I have thus far and, much to my delight I have a card to show you. Sorry I've been so sporadic recently. You don't need to hear about the silly book again so I won't repeat it. Anyway, here is a card I got with the blog candy that I won a couple of weeks ago. I really LOVE this card. The little front part opens up and there is a tea bag inside. I'm sending this to my Chemo Patient because she is truly one of the most positive people I know! Her favorite color is pink just like mine and our birthday's are only 1 day apart. Isn't that neato?

Oh, I must tell you that if you guys get my counter over 20,000 while I'm gone then I'll post some blog candy when I get back from school. Again, I don't know what it will be but I'm sure you'll like it. I know...how about you guys tell me what you would like to see in blog candy. Maybe I can tailor it a bit to the overall consensus. So, please comment on this post.

See you guys tomorrow! :0)

I received more today!

Just a quick note to let you know that I got two more swaps today! I received Jackie's and Mindy's. Way, way, cute ladies! Heather...please do not panic...I'm sure yours will come tomorrow. As I'm sending them on Friday I can wait just one more day to swap these out. Kristine and Michelle...please e-mail me or comment here to let me know the status of your swaps. Thanks! Also, If I do not receive all of the swap your extra cards can either come back to you or I will send them to Dawn Griffith for her 'Operation Glitter Drop' cards for the troops. Just let me know what you'd prefer!

I'll be back later tonight to post one of the extra cards that I received!

Monday, June 4, 2007

Testing 1,2,3...

Hello ladies, this is Todd giving it a try. I will be attempting to be as helpful and interesting as Lorie is while she is gone. Be patient and realize men are not created equally. Have a great night and stamp on.........

They are arriving!

Exciting news! The swap cards are arriving! Here is what I have received:

Mine
Janel Malella
Debby Tillman
Jodene Muri
Courtney Fowler
Amber Porter

So, I'm just looking for 5 more to arrive by Wednesday's mail. How exciting! When Janel dropped off her super cute card in the bag was a card for me. It is soooo pretty! See the stitching? From what I can tell that is hand done! Also, the beads in the middle of the flowers...hand sewn! And the So Saffron piece? Cuttlebugged! Thank you so much Janel!

I have also received some great cards from a couple of the other girls so I'll be sharing those with you this week, too!

I'll report back tomorrow on the additional swaps I receive!

Sunday, June 3, 2007

Just a quick card that I made a little while ago. I made this card for our friends 14th wedding anniversary. It is very basic but I thought it was cute. I thought the saying was cute because I used their four kiddos as the 'little things' in the saying. Hence the four little ladybugs. This is the set Little Lady by Papertrey Ink. As I said on another post I had never used clear stamps until I got this set. I must reiterate how much I like this set. Not just because they are clear but because of the way the set comes to you. First it comes to you in a great clear box. Once I get the adhesive off it will be a perfect gift box for card sets. Then, you receive a clear CD holder to place your stamps on and to store them in. VERY cool! If you can believe it this set has a total of 20 images and it is only $15!!!

I have three friends that I need to make birthday cards for today! One is already going to be late but when she sees what it is she will forgive me! I'll post them, I hope, this week. Or I'll have Todd do it while I'm gone.

Oh, guess what!? I have a just about $200 order sitting at SU! It is a pre-order for the new 07-08 catalog. I'm soooo excited! I just have to make sure it is okay with Todd and then I'll hit the confirm button! Yahoo! Wanna know what is cool about being a SU! demo? Well, the stamps that are in the Fall/Winter Preview Catalog we get not only our normal discount but also an extra 20% off!!! How could I not order them all?! :0)

Anyway, have a great Sunday everyone!

Saturday, June 2, 2007

Ooops! Sorry!

Wow you guys! The day really got away from me yesterday and I forgot to post...I'm so sorry! Today I've got the last two Bella swap cards. The first card is Teddybella. Teddybella is made by Sara Henton and is in a really cute folded card. The patterned paper is Deja Views and she used Liquid Applique on the slippers. You can see what the card looks like all folded up by the little photo on the inside of the card. Very cute, very inventive!

The second card is by the swap host, Kristi Ferro. Her coloring and use of accents is absolutely fantastic! I love Surfafella...such fun! How cute is that 'hot stuff' saying?

I just want to let you know that if I don't post it is because I'm getting ready for school and getting the last bit of reading in. I leave for school on the 10th and will be gone until the 22nd. I will not be posting at all during that time but I may show Todd how to post and maybe he can keep you entertained with a post every now and then. :0)

Please remember if you are in the Prize Swap that your swap is due to me by June 6th. If I don't receive it by then it will be returned to you. As I said I have to have the swaps on time so I can separate them, have the family choose a favorite, get them back to you, and post the winner on my blog by June 8th. If you know you aren't going to make it by the 6th please e-mail me and let me know. I'm excited to see what you have all done!