Lots To Say, Lots To Show, But…
…still no SKETCH FOR YOU TO TRY card. It just didn’t happen, no other explanation. So instead of fretting about it, I’m just letting myself slide on this one. No biggie, I think that this is the only one that I missed this year. Plus, I was messing around with my new Slice, so I really do kinda have an excuse. I do; however, have a lot to say, and I hope I don’t bore you too terribly much. So here it goes…
1. The Cat’s Pajamas is having an AWESOME sale! 25% off EVERYTHING on the site!
2. My new site is coming soon! Some parts may be a little delayed, but I hope that I will be launching the all new www.iheart2stamp.com…YAY!! Sara Williams is the mastermind behind this re-do. I hope that you like what she has in store for me!
3. When the new site launches there will be some MAJOR blog candy, so be on the lookout!
4. About the book…I was commissioned to do 6 pages in an alcohol based marker {i.e. Copic} book that is being published by Design Originals. The book will be out in time for CHA at the end of January. At the time of publication, I will have some available for sale here, if you are interested.
Ok, now onto the lots to show part. Here are a few pics from our Christmas vacation…
I love this shot of Ellie and I at the dolphin show at Sea World. Yes, it does get cold in “Sunny” Southern California. We bundled her up just a little extra because she was getting over pneumonia.
A couple from Christmas Eve with Tony and Ellie…
While in San Diego, I went to the cutest little paper crafting/stamping store called Paper Tales. Here is some of the loot I hauled home…
I am totally excited about these strawberry boxes!…
And this ribbon…
How cute! Pixie Sticks!!!…little tubes filled with glitter {from Pink Paislee}…
YUM-O smelling embossing powder {from Gel-a-Tins}. It’s really more of a light mint mixed with sweet vanilla…so yum!…
Who can guess what was on my brain? LOL! Top one is from Inkadinkado and the bottom one is A Muse…
These are alterable bracelets that I picked up from Creative Cafe {online store}. How fun are these? I am so looking forward to altering these!…
So did I bore you? Hopefully not. I plan to play a little more with the Slice later today and I may just have something to show off. I know better not to make promises or hopes, tho.. 
Enjoy the rest of the weekend!
Look at how cute your new hairdo is! Super cute!
I love all the pictures.
I LOVE that AMuse stamp! Is it a new one? I NEEEEEEEED it!
HUGS and will be e-mailing you SOON!
Oh I can’t wait to see what you do with all the fun things you bought!
Love the family photos. The bracelet looks interesting - hope you’ll share after you alter it.
Looks like you picked up some great stuff! Santa brought me some of those Pixie Sticks in my stocking so I’m looking forward to using mine too!
Great family photos ! Looks like you gathered some fun stuff!
Jen…what a darling little family you make! Your daughter is so cute! I love seeing her in her cute little pom-pom boots. My daughter has those, too! Gotta love Target! LOL! Thanks for sharing all of your wonderful talent with us! Your blog is one of my faves to visit!
These are great pictures of your family, your daughter is so adorable! Looks like you got some fun new goodies to play with, love these Chocolate stamps!
Can’t wait to see what you create with your new Slice!
Ohhhhhh, Jen! Looking at your SeaWorld pictures reminds me of our Christmas last year when we were there! We thought it would be sooooo much warmer. Sitting on those metal bleachers and drinking hot chocolate to keep warm….We loved the snow scenes in the show, though…it was probably to remind us that it was much colder back home in MN. Uff da! Happy New Year!
Loved your ramblings & pictures. I’m anxious about your new web design. I hope we’ll be able to download all of your sketches w/one click……hint, hint….
I’ve been a follower of your blog! Im looking forward seeing your new website! How exciting! Those goodies you bought are so coool!
Enjoy the rest of the week!
Yaneri :o)
Hi Jen it was lovely to catch up with you and your christmas celebrations. I adore the photos of you and your family, just how cute is Ellie??! The new crafty stash looks fantastic, looking forward to seeing what you actually make with it. Love visiting your blog and reading your latest going on! back soon, hugs Linda x
Ooooh — CUTE new hairdo!!! And don’t you look SKINNY!!! : )
Oh My Word!
What glorious photos! Don’t you just love San Diego?! What a fun place to visit & explore! And your haircut! I haven’t seen you since Spring! I love this “do”! Could your family look any happier?! I think not! Thanks for sharing! And I’m looking forward to seeing more of your amazing inspirations in 2009!
(((hugs)))
Bev
Ooooo - what fun news! Congrats on the new site!!! Cant wait to see it!
You did not bore me. I loved seeing all of your goodies. Things I have not seen before. I love the little bracelet. And the pics of you guys at Sea World is adorable.
Love your family photos!!! You guys look great.
I know the owner of Paper Tales (Michelle) - met her in Seattle at A Muse Training. Would love to go to her store so I’m totally envious!
Happy New Year… maybe I’ll get a chance to try your sketch sometime this week….