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Good times with CKC
I had a chance to participate in the CKC (Creating Keepsakes) Convention this weekend. There were classes to attend, a vendor faire, and a load of new products to see. The scrapbooking world is...
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Looking back at CKC
I want to introduce you to some of my friends that I saw at the CKC (Creating Keepsakes) Convention. Thankfully I had my camera with me at the event! Here are my church-goin’, music lovin’, scrapbook...
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Thank You for being a Friend
Remember that song? (Here I go again, showing my age.) Well friend, I used that title because I want your feedback on how I can best go about thanking YOU. I’m preparing a “thank you” program for...
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Shop for the Cure
Do you know anyone that has dealt with breast cancer? I have two family members who have been diagnosed and received treatment this year. Yikes. So when you find out someone you love is going through...
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Trick or Treat – So Sweet
Here is evidence that the sweetness of the photo totally overrides the fact that it’s a blurry picture. My first-grader spent most of her trick-or-treat travels holding hands with two of her best...
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That’s no pixie dust!
My child brought home Valentine candy the other day. One of the treats was a blast from the past: Lick-a-Stick. I instantly thought of the summers spent at the neighboring town’s pool. It was a...
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Feeling Brave?
I’m a huge fan of Melody Ross. I fell in love with her vintage-style (and humorous) embellishments this past fall. When I started searching the web for more of her products, I discovered that she...
View ArticleLoosen Up Your Creative Muscles
If part of your goal in staying at the Craft Cottage is to relax, I just found a terrific resource for your visit. Right here in our quiet little town of Van Meter, we have an awesome massage...
View Article“Is scrapbooking really worth it?”
I know this might come as a shock to some of you, but occasionally I do say to myself, “Is scrapbooking really worth it?” When I think of all the time I spend on a page (not to mention the...
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Birthday Celebration!
I’ve mentioned before that I really enjoy Melody Ross‘ style. Since I’ve participated in some of her on-line classes, I’m on her e-mail list, and received a FREE GIFT that she’s allowing me to pass on...
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