I was so excited to be asked to be part of a debut of a new line of stamps, but my printer will not cooperate! Waah!!
I still want to be sure all my stamping friends know of this fun new line, designed by my good friend Lorie. Not only is she a FABULOUS card maker (in fact, every Lorie card I have ever received has made it to my favorites box), but to hear she is now drawing images as well just blows me away. I have long said that I cannot even draw a stick figure - that is why I use rubber stamps.
Right about now you are probably wondering what my printer has to do with all this. Well, Lorie sent me a digital file to use for today's debut, but when you purchase, you will receive actual stamps. I have used Peachy Keen Stamps before and they are a great company. Quality materials, clean lines, washes well - what more could a stamper want?
I hope you will check out the Country Bumpkin stamps! I linked the promo bundle, but you can purchase the sets individually. I have my eye on the turkey and the goblin.
When Miss Madisyn gets over her shyness, I will come back and post her debut. Right now she is sitting in my open window enjoying the breezes and the sun and hoping she will dry soon, now that she has (finally) printed in her entirety.
Friday, September 30, 2011
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Hallowe'enie
Yesterday Main Squeeze and I went to Petco (where the pets go) for cat litter, kitty food, dog food, etc. On our way to the registers I saw a display of costumes and grabbed one for Roxy to try. I think $25 is too much for a costume for my child; I am certainly not going to pay it for the dog. Besides, the only reason to dress the dog is for the photo...
Look, she's smiling!
Friday, February 11, 2011
Valentine's Day Wish List
Dear Main Squeeze,
As you know, Valentine's Day is Monday; so the kitties spent some time this afternoon writing their wish list:
Miss Miri would like to be coddled and cuddled for 16 straight hours. (I expect this will not be a problem, as I will be out all day delivering Singing Valentines anyway.) She says she will allow occasional short breaks, but only if you sing her song.
Iisiy-Baby would like an American Girl Doll bed all her own; preferably without a doll, so there is more room for her to stretch out.
Mr. Handsome wants food. He does not care what kind, just long as there is lots of it. While he eats, he would like to be serenaded with his song, but you must remember to substitute his name for each "Maria" and the last line should be "the most handsomest man in the whole house"
Roxy would like the same status in the house as the kittens enjoy, but she knows that is not likely, so she asks instead for a poochie-sized set of snowshoes.
As you know, Valentine's Day is Monday; so the kitties spent some time this afternoon writing their wish list:
Miss Miri would like to be coddled and cuddled for 16 straight hours. (I expect this will not be a problem, as I will be out all day delivering Singing Valentines anyway.) She says she will allow occasional short breaks, but only if you sing her song.
Mr. Handsome wants food. He does not care what kind, just long as there is lots of it. While he eats, he would like to be serenaded with his song, but you must remember to substitute his name for each "Maria" and the last line should be "the most handsomest man in the whole house"
Roxy would like the same status in the house as the kittens enjoy, but she knows that is not likely, so she asks instead for a poochie-sized set of snowshoes.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Made to Order Valentines
A couple of weeks ago, I received a request to make cards:
"Would love to have you do a special Valentine for each of my Grandsons.
J*** is 5 years old and will be 6 in March. he is in Kindergarten. He studies Tae Kwon Do and is active in sports (soccer last spring, and this winter, he is signed up for indoor lacrosse) . He is also taking ice skating lessons so that he too can play ice hockey like his cousin M**.
Both kids are just all around good kids with great senses of humor and caring personalities. OF COURSE I AM NOT IN THE LEAST BIT PREJUDICED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am always a little nervous when I send the scans for approval. Thankfully, she was pleased: "These are wonderful!! I LOVE them!!!"
I hope each boy likes his card as much as his grandmother does!
Card Details (Hockey):
Image: Hambo
Cardstock: PTI, reminisce, Bo Bunny
Ink: HP Printer
Tools: Joy! crafts die
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: generic dimensionals, unknown ribbon
Card Details (Karate):
Image: Karen's Doodles
Cardstock: GP, SU, reminisce
Ink: HP Printer
Tools: Nesties, SU Scallop punch
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: unknown brads
"Would love to have you do a special Valentine for each of my Grandsons.
M** is 9 years old, places ice hockey, and is an incredible swimmer who has won many medals this past year. He also studies Karate and plays baseball (at least he did last spring). he recently told me that Music is his favorite subject in school.
J*** is 5 years old and will be 6 in March. he is in Kindergarten. He studies Tae Kwon Do and is active in sports (soccer last spring, and this winter, he is signed up for indoor lacrosse) . He is also taking ice skating lessons so that he too can play ice hockey like his cousin M**.
Both kids are just all around good kids with great senses of humor and caring personalities. OF COURSE I AM NOT IN THE LEAST BIT PREJUDICED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I am always a little nervous when I send the scans for approval. Thankfully, she was pleased: "These are wonderful!! I LOVE them!!!"
I hope each boy likes his card as much as his grandmother does!
Card Details (Hockey):
Image: Hambo
Cardstock: PTI, reminisce, Bo Bunny
Ink: HP Printer
Tools: Joy! crafts die
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: generic dimensionals, unknown ribbon
Card Details (Karate):
Image: Karen's Doodles
Cardstock: GP, SU, reminisce
Ink: HP Printer
Tools: Nesties, SU Scallop punch
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: unknown brads
Monday, January 17, 2011
Clear and Cold
I admit it, I did not look out the window on New Year's Day. Well, I am sure I did, but not specifically to check out our weather. Fact is, I did not know that was the Sisterhood theme til about the 7th. So from what I can remember it was clear, cold with some snow left on the ground from the day after Christmas - also known in my house as the day before the year's Most Important Holiday! 
The pond in my yard never freezes completely; I expect this little girl and her pooch have found the one at the back of our property, or perhaps the one across the road. Yup, there are a lot of ponds around here, and all, but mine, are frozen.
I read somewhere that what you do on New Years is what you will do in the coming year. "Cool!", I thought, "we are going to do more socializing!" Then I realized it was not referring to New Year's Eve, but rather New Year's Day. Oh well, looks like 2011 will be much the same as 2010 as I spent the first of the year playing with my Christmas and Birthday goodies (techno gadgets), reading and watching movies. Bummer. I was really looking forward to hosting more friendly get-togethers...
Card Details:
Image: Mary Engelbreit for All Night Media
Sentiment: N/A
Cardstock: GP, SU
Ink: Memento, Memories
Tools: Nesties, Cuttlebug embossing folder
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: unknown ribbon, Stickles
I read somewhere that what you do on New Years is what you will do in the coming year. "Cool!", I thought, "we are going to do more socializing!" Then I realized it was not referring to New Year's Eve, but rather New Year's Day. Oh well, looks like 2011 will be much the same as 2010 as I spent the first of the year playing with my Christmas and Birthday goodies (techno gadgets), reading and watching movies. Bummer. I was really looking forward to hosting more friendly get-togethers...
Card Details:
Image: Mary Engelbreit for All Night Media
Sentiment: N/A
Cardstock: GP, SU
Ink: Memento, Memories
Tools: Nesties, Cuttlebug embossing folder
Coloring: Prismacolor markers
Embellies: unknown ribbon, Stickles
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Dog/Cat Diary Excerpts
Recopied from The Best Article Every Day because it is so funny and resembles certain members of my household...
Excerpts from a Dog’s Diary…
8:00 am – Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am – A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am – A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am – Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm – Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm – Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm – Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm – Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm – Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm – Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm – Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
Excerpts from a Cat’s Diary...
Day 983 of My Captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am. Bastards!
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of “allergies.” I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...
Excerpts from a Dog’s Diary…
8:00 am – Dog food! My favorite thing!
9:30 am – A car ride! My favorite thing!
9:40 am – A walk in the park! My favorite thing!
10:30 am – Got rubbed and petted! My favorite thing!
12:00 pm – Lunch! My favorite thing!
1:00 pm – Played in the yard! My favorite thing!
3:00 pm – Wagged my tail! My favorite thing!
5:00 pm – Milk bones! My favorite thing!
7:00 pm – Got to play ball! My favorite thing!
8:00 pm – Wow! Watched TV with the people! My favorite thing!
11:00 pm – Sleeping on the bed! My favorite thing!
Excerpts from a Cat’s Diary...
Day 983 of My Captivity.
My captors continue to taunt me with bizarre little dangling objects.
They dine lavishly on fresh meat, while the other inmates and I are fed hash or some sort of dry nuggets. Although I make my contempt for the rations perfectly clear, I nevertheless must eat something in order to keep up my strength.
The only thing that keeps me going is my dream of escape. In an attempt to disgust them, I once again vomit on the carpet.
Today I decapitated a mouse and dropped its headless body at their feet. I had hoped this would strike fear into their hearts, since it clearly demonstrates my capabilities. However, they merely made condescending comments about what a “good little hunter” I am. Bastards!
There was some sort of assembly of their accomplices tonight. I was placed in solitary confinement for the duration of the event. However, I could hear the noises and smell the food. I overheard that my confinement was due to the power of “allergies.” I must learn what this means, and how to use it to my advantage.
Today I was almost successful in an attempt to assassinate one of my tormentors by weaving around his feet as he was walking. I must try this again tomorrow, but at the top of the stairs.
I am convinced that the other prisoners here are flunkies and snitches. The dog receives special privileges. He is regularly released, and seems to be more than willing to return. He is obviously retarded.
The bird must be an informant. I observe him communicate with the guards regularly. I am certain that he reports my every move. My captors have arranged protective custody for him in an elevated cell, so he is safe. For now...
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
My Craft Room Needs a Name
It has been a while since I blogged, and here with the New Year (again), it seems time to get back into it.
My stamp room needs a name. Every other room has a name. Not Susie or Joe, but exciting names like Living Room and Princess A's Bedroom. We do have an itty room with a(n unwatched) TV in it that has come to be referred to as the Den. I tried recently to rechristen it the Office, because Main Squeeze does have a desk and computer in there, but that just does not seem to be going anywhere. Since I stamp everything I make with a red wolf, Den seems appropriate, but we cannot have two Dens. How about Wolf's Den, you ask. Well, not too far away there is a casino, two of 'em actually, but this one in particular has ads for the Wolf Den. I cannot have a craft room with the same name as a smoking, drinking, gambling joint, although I did tell my doctor the other day that in my next life I was going to do all those things as well as drugs and hooking cuz refraining does not seem to have mattered health-wise, but that is another story. You can see how having that same name does not appeal... in this life at least.
I bring this plea to you, my faithful followers, as it has been more than a year now and I am stuck. What shall I name my stamping room?
My stamp room needs a name. Every other room has a name. Not Susie or Joe, but exciting names like Living Room and Princess A's Bedroom. We do have an itty room with a(n unwatched) TV in it that has come to be referred to as the Den. I tried recently to rechristen it the Office, because Main Squeeze does have a desk and computer in there, but that just does not seem to be going anywhere. Since I stamp everything I make with a red wolf, Den seems appropriate, but we cannot have two Dens. How about Wolf's Den, you ask. Well, not too far away there is a casino, two of 'em actually, but this one in particular has ads for the Wolf Den. I cannot have a craft room with the same name as a smoking, drinking, gambling joint, although I did tell my doctor the other day that in my next life I was going to do all those things as well as drugs and hooking cuz refraining does not seem to have mattered health-wise, but that is another story. You can see how having that same name does not appeal... in this life at least.
I bring this plea to you, my faithful followers, as it has been more than a year now and I am stuck. What shall I name my stamping room?
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