Emporium "Family" Layout

I finally had a chance to post this layout here. :) During the holidays, we were able to visit with our cousins from San Diego. It was really great seeing them! After looking at this hilarious "funny poses" picture, I knew that I wanted to do a special layout for it.

I used the Emporium Level 2 Paper Pack which features the colors: Buttercup, Cocoa, Crystal Blue and Sweet Leaf. I absolutely LOVE this brown / green / light blue color combination. I also used lots of embellishments: paper flowers, sparkles, brads, dimensional elements and sassy strands.

I have more pictures to "scrap" from this day, so stayed tuned for more. :)

A Real Surprise and Total Excitement!!!

At the end of last year, Close To My Heart wanted to know what kinds of games their consultants play. A few months prior, I created CTMH Taboo. It's played very much like the real game, Taboo. So, I submitted my idea and to my shock and surprise, CTMH published it in their newsletter that comes out to consultants only. Here is a picture of the newsletter and below are pictures of the game that I created (they used my picture!) and the description of how to play. Since this newsletter was published, I've received many emails of congratulations from my fellow consultants as well as instructions / game cards inquiries. If you are consultant and would like to use some of the game cards that I created, please let me know!

My First Time...Making a Video Tutorial on "How To Make a Paper Bow"

Here is my first attempt at making a video tutorial. I've seen these "sped-up" video's online in many places. And with special thanks to my niece, Ariana, who taught me how to make these video's, I've put together a tutorial on how to make a paper bow.

I hope you enjoy watching. If you have any suggestions or comments, please let me know. I think next time I make a video, I will "zoom in" alittle more so that you can see the project up close and clearer. In any case, enjoy watching!

And stay tuned for my next tutorial. The video's are easier to make than I thought they'd be. :)