Fabulous 5th card 2

This is a card done with masking... a technique we learned at my monthly club class. I love the Manhattan Flower texture die in the background!
Glitter is the BOMB on any card! So cool!

Check back tomorrow for card #3!

Why I've been away....

I have been so touched by the emails I've received by many of you wondering if I was ok! I know, I have been away for awhile... I planned to take it easy after my mini madness challenge in April, but I didn't mean to be so absent from posting....

But I wanted to show you why I have been away so much!

Here are my boys, Mitch and Jake.... This is a picture from Jake's last day of school. Our school has a tradition called swingout... where their class speakers do a presentation, and other groups perform for them. Then, they head outside to say congrats and good bye to their friends. Then they take off for the Senior Mystery Trip.
How did they get this big... especially when it seems like yesterday they were like this!

We are planning for Jake to join the Marines.... here is one of his senior pics.....

What a man he has become..... from this beautiful little boy with big blue eyes!

Tomorrow is graduation day.... We have a special service for the seniors at church in the morning where we are doing a slideshow presentation of pics of them growing up set to the song 'Ready to Fly' by FFH. My goal is to not cry! (Yeah right! Like that will happen!) Thanks for letting me show my 'mom' side!

Fifth Avenue... I'm in LOVE!

I have been playing with the Fifth Avenue Floral set and I absolutely love it! Here is one of the cards I came up with for my Fabulous 5th class in June.
Here's a close up:

We will be making 3 cards and a cool clear box to put them in... complete with envelopes!

Check back tomorrow for a sneak peek of card #2.

FREE BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

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Click the image above to see the items that you can choose in your starter kit!

It includes the following items (or you can substitue like items of your choice!)

• Schoolbook Serif Alphabet Set
• Petal Party Simply Scrappin' Kit
• Earth Elements Assorted Textured Cardstock
• Whisper White Craft Stampin' Pad

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Lofty Thoughts 4 Him Kit

A beautiful Scripture rolodex with a masculine feel.... Perfect for Father's Day or as a gift for any man in your life!
Use our To the Nines specialty designer series paper.... textured cardstock weight paper... making for great rolodex cards to decorate with your favorite Bible verses.... over 40 to choose from!

Kit includes:

• 1 petite Rolodex file
• 20 Rolodex cards cut from assorted pieces of To The Nines specialty designer series paper
• 40+ Bible verses printed on Sahara Sand cardstock
• 3 feet 5/8” Chocolate Chip grosgrain ribbon
• 3 feet ¼” Sage Shadow grosgrain ribbon
• 3 feet Kraft taffeta ribbon
• 3 Chocolate chip corduroy buttons/brads
• 3 clips assortment
• 2 library clips (1/2”)
• 9 jumbo brads (5/16”)
• 4 grommets
• Linen thread
• Full-color PDF instruction sheet and PDF of all Bible verses

Items you supply (or similar items):

• Adhesive (SNAIL and mini glue dots)
• 1/16” punch
• ½” circle punch
• Bone folder
• Piercing mat

Cost of $25 includes priority shipping to you. Shipping time will vary based on product availablity at the time you order. You will be notified of approximate shipping date when your order is received. All orders will ship with two weeks.

NEW! DEMONSTRATORS can purchase the class planner for this kit by visiting my new blog for demos at http://www.classexpress.blogspot.com/

Craft With Me Class

Thursday, May 7 @ 6:30pm

Make a beautiful basket with the big shot as well as a book mark and 3x3 notecard.
Perfect for Mother's Day or as a great gift for a special friend.

Cost: $10 (or FREE if you have a Big Shot Card)

CLICK HERE for the info on this class and others offered in May.

Click the Buy Now button below to register online or email me for information on registering via mail.

Urban 5th Avenue Box Set Class

Friday, May 22

6:30pm

You will LOVE making the wonderful projects included with this class! Learn a fun new watercolor techniques too! You can choose an option to purchase the Fifth Ave Floral set with your class.

CLICK HERE for all the info on this class and others offered for May.

Register by May 12 to attend. Use the Buy Now link below to register by credit card or email me for information to registger by mail.

Class Options

Class Only $40.00Class & Set $69.00

Prayer Journal Kit Offer

This beautiful journal comes all precut, and ready to assemble! You will LOVE the simplicity of this very special project.... great to use for your own inspiration or to give as a gift. Several Bible verses and prayers are included for you to put into your journal. These are the perfect additions to help you meditate on the promises of God, as well as to help you record your prayers and praises. Kit Includes:

• Stampin' Up! chipboard journal
• Precut pieces of designer series paper from Afternoon Tea package (prints will vary)
• Die cut and textured pieces of cardstock for cover embellishments
• 15 feet of assorted ribbons that coordinate with designer paper
• Rhinestone brad
• Bible verses and prayers printed on colored cardstock
• PDF instructions via email, containing color, step by step instructions PLUS handouts of verses and cover for you to use on future journals
• My online assistance with any questions you may have

Items you will need to supply or purchase:

• SNAIL adhesive
• Tombo multi-purpose adhesive (or glue stick)
• Spiral punch
• 12" paper cutter
• Scissors

Options for purchasing the kit, the kit with a spiral punch or just the PDF instructions/handouts are available below.Kit orders will ship within 48 hours of ordering (unless otherwise notified upon purchase). Save on shipping and pick up your order from me. Contact me for special pricing.

Select your option

Kit - Mailed $25.00Kit & Spiral Punch - Mailed $38.00PDF Handouts Only $8.95

Mini Madness Blog Candy WINNERS!

I am excited to announce the winners of my blog candy!

Thanks to everyone who participated! I had over 300 entries!!!!

The lucky ladies are:

• Anne Anderson
• Marisol Gutierrez
• Mary Davis

Congratulations Ladies!!!

Email Me with your address so I can mail you your prize!

Watch for photos to come of what they will be receiving.

Thanks again, and I hope to do this again in the future (after a little vacation :)