Scrapfest 2010

Let's just talk about creative energy and the people who give it off! I went to Scrapfest this past weekend with three terrific friends and had a blast! I always talk about how I am a person who gets energy from other people and this weekend was no exception. I took a album class from Tim Holtz ....the crafting guru himself! I have admired him for years and was super excited to take a class from him. Believe me when I say he did not disappoint. He is patient, organized, cute, witty and very easy to learn from. He is very humble and never says no to a photo or autograph. I even stole a shot with the king himself!

I also had photos taken with GDC Heidi and Melody, Fancy Pants reps, and David from Doodlebug. I snagged a photo with the Glue Gal and her darling apron as well!



I also took a few shots of items I thought were sweet and fun to recreate at the end of the page!

I did not purchase a great deal because there were so many Make and Takes that even for me it was a bit overwhelming. Overall, it was a blast and some new ideas, new techniques and creative connections were made!

Now all I have to decide is if I want participate in a craft show I was invited to be part of....more on that later...MORE PHOTOS to come later too....

Tootles,
Lola

Bittersweet Journeys

After delivering my two wonderful daughters to college, I must admit that there is no place like home! Although the home may never be the same now that the girls are venturing off on their own, it will take some getting used to....but my home none the less! I have always believed that Glinda wanted Dorothy to know that looking elsewhere for happiness outside your own backyard may be acceptable for a while, but eventually you must be true to who you are and where you come from. That is the message I sent with my girls as they started a journey where others may not accept, understand or appreciate all of their talents and treasures. I wanted them to understand that you must be who you are and not sacrifice that for anyone or anything. I, myself, have had ups and downs with people , but can always reflect back to the fact that I was not being true to who I really am! Although I will not be there t0 catch them each time they fall, my hope is that I gave them the tools and ability to pick themselves up, try again and learn from what mistakes they have made! I know that both of them know we are here to encourage, praise and occasionally straighten them out as they journey through this maze called life!
With the girls soaring at college, I get the opportunity to really spend time with Chris..but he is such low maintenance that it will be interesting to see what interests we can share. Also, I am excited to help get him prepared for a better life by starting to workout 3x a week after school . He can be my coach and vice versa! Ski and I have also decided to help him focus on his career interests and narrow the focus for college in two short years. He was excited about Emily's dorm and I think he even sees that he too would like to do this in two short years.
On a crafting note, I have been knitting, stamping and trying to figure out Christmas projects. I have some great ideas but am trying to finish up Fall themed projects such as pumpkins, cards and collages. I can finally clean out the closet that the kids used to use for craft supplies and games and take it over for all my stuff...HIP HIP HURRAY more space to spread out!!
Well, off to the crafting races with only 3 days until I return to school! Although this will be bittersweet without my girls here to listen, laugh and sometimes cry with me..I am up for the new journey with the boys.....
Tootles
Lola