Holiday Happenings

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #103

It's time  to play along with Cheryl again in her Show Me Thursday Challenge. I know the Holidays are a busy time of year and these past few weeks have been CRAZY! 

This past Thursday my Son Jackson  and his chorus class had a performance at one of our local theaters. They went before the show and  sang on one of the staircases for people as they entered. It was so beautiful. 

 After the performance, they got to stay and see the Christmas show. 

This is a pic of my oldest, Savannah and her LITTLE brother, Jackson. Lol 

 (and my Grandson, Landon in that very round belly)

Here's a pic of the group before the show. 

I have also been working on my Daughter's baby shower invitations.

 I FINALLY finished them up on Saturday....whew! 

Here are the stacks before assembly. 

I know things are hectic right now, but try to pop on over and join in. 

You just might win a free Sassy Cheryl's image. 

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #87

Hi Blogland! It's Thursday evening and I only have a half a day of work tomorrow and I am off Saturday AND Sunday this week. Can you guess how happy I am?!?! It seems like I haven't had any "relax" time in a while and I am SUPER excited!!! I plan on being a lazy bum...Lol

Thursday also means it's time for another Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge!! I wasn't sure what I was going to show you today until I came home to find a surprise waiting for me. My SWEET Hubby made me a shabby chic jewelry hanger for my wall. You would not believe the mess my "bling" is in right now and will be so glad to finally have a nice place to call home. 

I have also been coloring a bit in the evenings. I couldn't help myself...Cheryl has some of the most adorable new images in her shop. This lady is on a BIG creative roll!!! Click HERE and check them out. 

Here are 3 of Cheryl's new cuties and a Teddy Bo I have had FOREVER and just had the urge to color. Can you tell I'm in the mood for Fall???

Gammy?!?

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #86

Hi guys! It's time for me to slide in at the last minute and play in the Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge. 

I have some pretty big news that I have been holding back for a little while. My daughter Savannah is going to have a baby in February!!! OMG...am I old enough to be a Grandma? I think I am going to be the sweetest, coolest, hippest, bestest Grandma ever!! Doesn't every Grandma to be think that? Lol

That's my big news and pretty much what I have been up to lately. 

Now, link up to the Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge and show us what you have been up to this week. It's not too late and if you don't make it in tonight, there will be another one starting tomorrow. Lol

Bad Blogger Alert and Some Fun

Can you all hear the "Bad Blogger Siren" blaring? I have been such a bad blogger since May and I 

would like to say that it isn't because I want to be. I miss stopping by and seeing you every day over my 

morning coffee. Some of you may know that I had to find a new job. Well...my new job is a bit more time 

consuming than my last. Quite frankly, it's cutting into my crafting time and it really STINKS.

 Hopefully things will slow up a bit and get back to normal soon.

I know it's not Thursday, but it is time for another SHOW ME THURSDAY over at Sassy Cheryl's. I have a few pics to share from this past week and a little giggle for you. 

This first pick is a little tag to go in my VERY FIRST Etsy sale customer's envelope. Yep, I finally sold a card!! Isn't that exciting?!?! My friend Kim over at Oak Pond Creations drew me this adorable little Daisy Flip-Flop image. Don't you love it? Thanks Kim...YOU ROCK!!

 This next pic is of my cutie patootie niece Shauna, coloring Sassy Cheryl's new Jeni's Ladybug image. 

She saw me coloring mine and she had to color one too. Because "you're s'posed to share Jeni!"

Seriously...that's what she told me.( Lol)  She's a little mess, but I love her. 

Okay, here's where the "giggle" comes in. 

I was minding my own business, sitting at my craft desk. I realized I hadn't unpacked my tape runner from our Tuesday night card club. It was in my craft tote behind my chair so I twisted around to grab my bag and the chair and I fell right over!! Needless to say, I DO NOT fall gracefully anymore. Lol

After a big thud and a laughing fit (and much ridicule from my family) I got back up, dusted myself off and went back to what I was doing. Later that evening when I was getting ready for bed I found this on my craft chair.

My dear Hubby took my bathrobe tie and wrapped it around my seat!!!! REALLY, was that necessary?!?

Although I was sore for a couple days and still have the bruised to boot, 

 I'm a rebel and REFUSE to use it!!! So far I am accident free. Lol

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #68

Another Friday Eve is upon us...WooHoo!! 

That means it's time for another Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge.

I have a surprise for you all. I have cleaned my desk!!!

(sorry the pic is so dark, it was cloudy when I took this)

Okay, get off the floor, I see you down there!!! One of two things has happened. You have either passed out from the shock of seeing the actual TOP of my desk or you are rolling on the floor laughing because you know it won't stay this way. Which one is it? Well, I had to clean it!! I needed to make room for my new Copic Hotel!! There was even a little room on the end for my Prisma pencils. Now that I have a larger one I have noticed there are just a few more colors that I NEED!! 

Okay... I showed you mine, now you show me yours. Head on over to Sassy Cheryl's blog and link up a picture of what's going on in your crafty world!

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #67

It's time for Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday!!

I went to a local antique shop called "Southern Pickers" today to browse around and look for a new carrier for my Copics. I could get lost in that place for hours...wait, I did!! (LMBO) I like to re purpose old things and make them new again, so I was on the lookout for a case of some kind with a handle. No such luck...but I did wind these lace edged Fire King milk glass sherbet bowls and a PINK Pyrex casserole dish!!! I am going to use the milk glass for Easter decorations, put a little Easter grass in them with some fancy eggs, a bunny or two and a few chicks. I have a thing for the older Pyrex bowls and couldn't pass up this pretty casserole dish. I would say I had a great day at the antique store. 

Wander on over to Cheryl's blog and let her know what you have going on this week. 

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #59

As usual, I am a little late for the Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday challenge!

I do have a few things to share.

First of all I would like to give a BIG "Thank You" to Naomi over at Scrapping in a Zoo for my totally flippin' adorable card and embellishments!! I was so surprised and tickled to find this treat in my mail box. I can honestly say that I loooooove to get cards in the mail. I am  old school when it comes to that stuff. 

I can't wait to use my velvety buttons and sparkly green ric-rac! You made my day girl!  :)

 Now, onto the nitty gritty...my messy space. I know you love it!!

Since the beginning of the year I have been cleaning, organizing and TRYING to find better storage for my supplies. I think if I come home with just one more sheet of paper my Hubby may move out into the Airstream. See this stack of plastic??? It USED to be the home of my Spellbinder dies. 

 Until I found  this box at Office Depot. It is a hanging folder storage box for CD's but it is perfect for my Spellbinder and QuicKutz dies!!!! See how much space I freed up? I have a whole drawer empty. Not to mention the fact that my die cuts are lots easier to get to.

I put the picture of the die cut in the front pocket and the actual die cut in the back pocket.  I wrote the name of the die on the top so I can easily see what I am looking for. Then they just hang so nicely in the box. I loved it so much that I went and got another one just in case I can't find one when my first one was full. LOL

 I also got this REALLY COOL Stack and Store Caddy from Stampin' Up. I don't know why I didn't get one sooner! It is perfect for holding all my fancy buttons and charms. I will definitely be getting another. 

Anyway, that's what I have been up to this week. I have been cleaning, organizing and searching for my MoJo in this little Happy Space of mine. Trying to clear the clutter from my craft room and my brain. I have a good jump on it so I may be back to share some more organizing ideas soon.

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday

Cheryl was showing some of her ornaments this week in her post so I thought I would share some of mine too.

My Mom made me this ornament when I was very little. Ever since, it has been on every one of my Christmas trees. It is definitely on the top of the list.

This little package ISN'T an ornament...it's one of my PRESENTS!!!!

I got this for my Hubby this year because he just got a 1977 Airstream Tradewind camper this year and has quickly become his new hobby restoring it.

This little angel was always on our trees growing up. I think my Mom got the set from Avon. There is also a soldier and a Santa. I like them because you put a small bulb from the strand of tree lights inside so it glows from the inside.

This ornament was sent to me from my Sister when she was living in Germany. I love her, you pull the string on the bottom and her arms and legs move!!

Hop on over HERE and show Cheryl what you have going on this week! You could win a FREE digi...

Cali...my crazy kitty!

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #51

(Sorry this pic is so bad, I took it with my cell phone)

This is my CRAZY kitty, Cali! I really didn't have anything to show for Sassy Cheryl's show me Thursday this week until last night. I was coloring and watching T.V. when Cali decided she wanted in on the action. She usually only does this with my Prisma's (I think she likes the smell) but for some reason she was determined to get one of my Copics out of their box. She just wants to bat it around all over the floor. She's so CRAZY!

Stop on over and show Cheryl what you have been doing this week.

A Realization....

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me #49

This weekend I came to the realization that I was just NOT meant to use a sewing machine!!! (hence, the label "Stupid Sewing Machine") I took Home Economics in Middle school and I remember sewing a pillow, but I think I may need a refresher course. I have 2 machines now, a Kennmore my Mom gave me and this little Singer. I can't thread the bobbin on one and can't keep the thread from breaking on the other. *sigh* I struggle with this little PURPLE MONSTER for a couple hours and came very close to throwing it in the trash. Instead, I put the little PURPLE MONSTER under my desk and hand sewed the rest of my card.

My space is a little messy right now so enjoy the giggles and head shaking while you can. I intend to clean it up AGAIN this week. Lol

The Other Woman...

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #47

Technically is was still Thursday when I started typing this post! (Lol)

My hubby Steve got a new toy a couple months ago. He has been looking for an older model Airstream for a while and finally found one about 10 miles away. The picture below was from the day after he brought it home. He has been working on it DAILY and it is really starting to shine. I should be a little jealous of the "other woman" in his life, but I am happy he has found something to "fix". He is one of those people who just CAN NOT sit still.

You do know that I have to make the inside of the camper cute & cozy!!! My crafty friend Linda (Turtle in the Sand) is helping me make new curtains. She is in trouble with my hubby because she calls the camper an M.C.R. ( Mobile Craft Room) Bahahahaha! You have to admit that would be really cool!! Anyway... we went to Hobby Lobby and picked out a "groovy" floral pattern and a matching stripe. We also found those little dangling ball thingies everyone put on their curtains in the 70's to make them look authentic. (I have no idea what they are really called) We are going to make matching throw pillows too!!! I have actually learned a thing or two about sewing. We have also managed to break Linda's sewing machine...imagine that!!! Once we are up and running again I will post more pics of our progress.

Maiden voyage this weekend...wish us luck!

GO BRAVES!!!!

Sassy Cheryl's Show me #40

(I know...it's Monday)

This week was spent mostly getting ready for a weekend full of baseball!! I didn't get much crafting done. We were trying to get in one more fun weekend before Summer was officially over. We had a blast but we were VERY lazy today. Lol

Me and Jackson at the entrance to Turner Field

Me and my hunky Hubby <3

Jackson and Savannah
My two awesome kids

Did you hear the BOOM?

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #39

My desk looks like a bomb has exploded on it!! If only I were brave enough to show you the rest of the room.... (Lol ) I really need to get in there and clean up a little.

Most of this week's mess is remnants of my Sassy Cheryl's Challenge card. I also have a new stamp I won from the Sparkle Creations Challenge, my new snippers and a $2 clear sentiment stamp I found at Big Lots. WooHoo! Love a bargain!!

Pop on over and see what Cheryl has been working on this week and take a nosey at all the other entries as well. Hope to see your desk soon.

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #38

Show Me Thursday!! (I know, it's Saturday)

I just wanted to pop in and share my desk with you for the Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge.
This is what my desk looked like on Thursday...and Friday actually. I've got a finished card, two cards in progress, a new paper pack (hubby was with me when I got this one, so it's okay) and a goodie bag I got in the mail with some adorable silver charms.
Pop on over to Sassy Cheryl's Blog and see what she has been working on. She has some new cutie patooties in her shop too.

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #36

Hello...it's time for Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Challenge again!! Perfect time to be nosey and snoop around our fellow crafter's work spaces.

On my desk this week you will find several images I have colored. Most of them are by our talented Sassy Cheryl, of course. I also have a card I just finished, and 2 new toys. You will notice my copic box is missing...it is still in the living room where I am STILL coloring. HeeHee!
Pop on over to show us what you are working on, we would love to see.

Look at this Loot... Thank you Stacey!!!

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #34

I haven't been at my craft table much this week. I have been doing most of my coloring in the living room. It is baseball season and I HAVE to watch my Atlanta Braves play.

I got this MOST FABULOUS package in the mail Saturday from Stacey over at Stacey's Crafty Creations!! Doesn't it look like a desk full of fun?!? She way having a Blogaversary give away and I was lucky enough to be the recipient of one of her prizes. She really was overly generous. If you aren't familiar with Stacey you should pop over and check her out. She has some really beautiful creations to share. I usually don't win stuff like this so I want to send out a heart felt "THANK YOU" to Stacey.

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday...on Saturday. A day earlier than last week, doing better.

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me #3

Hey Look...I cleaned up a little!!! I have been enjoying a little coloring this week so there isn't too much to show you. I will start from the left. I started a new "Step Card", colored up several images, received a change of address card (too cute) from Janetlynne, and Savannah brought me back a surprise from "Carolina Stamper" in Beaufort when she went to visit her G-ma. She bought me a Diamond Spellbinder die set. How sweet is that? That store ROCKS!!! If you are ever in Beaufort, SC you gotta go there. If it weren't 4 hours away I would be permanently broke!! So, now that you have taken a "nosey" around my crafty desk it's your turn to show us yours. Take a pic and link it up to Sassy Cheryl's blog and share!!

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday...on Sunday AGAIN!

As you can see my clean desk DID NOT last very long. I have been in there making a mess.

I have actually had time to color. I needed that. On the far left you can see my BIG DEAL of the week. I found these Cricut cartridges at Wal-Mart for $7.50!!! Woo Hoo!!! I was so excited, I know the cashier had to think I was a looney bird.

I am gonna go so I can link my post up to Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday and snoop around and see what everyone else has been up to. Hope to see your crafty space there too.

Before and After

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday #30

This week I have been hard at work CLEANING my crafty space. It was way out of control. So, before I did my DT cards this weekend I HAD to get it done. I finally finished this afternoon but I did get a little pic of it about half way through for you. Yes, it was worse...much worse.

Here is my nice clean desk after all my hard work. Don't faint because I don't think you all have ever seen it this clean. (Lol) Now I gotta go, I have cards to make. Yay!

Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday

I have a Sassy Graduate!!!!! Woo Hoo!!! She had to pose with her sombrero for my Sassy Cheryl's Show Me Thursday. Cheryl has a digi that seems really familiar HERE called Sassy Cinco DeMayo. So, this has been what I have been doing this week. No crafting...sorry. Priorities ya' know!!