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Here is a project I created for CHA-S using loads of new Maya Road products. I don’t think it will be hard to figure out I am so in love with many of their new releases.

You will be seeing lots of these new felt beaded flowers, the clear stick pins (be still my heart) and the cherry blossom chipboard sets in future projects and layouts. I made the base of the wall hanging by placing two pages from one of their new albums end to end. I will share that album soon.

and I get to finally start sharing some of my CHA-S projects. I think Maya Road really out did themselves with their new release. I got to play with lots of their new products and thought I would share some photos of a few of my favorites. You are all going to be stalking your LSS believe me!

This set is so unique. Some birds look as though they are flying and some are perfect for resting on a branch. Which is nice when you want to add dimension and interest to a project. The blossoms are beautiful. Some are nested so you can have a really thin chipboard outline of a flower with a felt, fabric or paper inside…. so many creative options with these.

These little Flower Jewels come in Clear, Spring and Winter color schemes.

The Felt Beaded Blossoms come in three different sets, Brown and Cream, Lt. Pink and Dk. Pink, Red and Black. Each little bead is hand sewn onto the flower. The quality of the beads and felt is top notch.

The Suede Stitched Blossoms also come in three different sets Pink and Cream, Red and Orange, Blue and Brown. The rhinestone centers match the blossom petals perfectly.

Oh and the Pom Pom Trim something I will be using a lot on layouts and projects comes in Cream, Pink, Red, Green, Blue, Brown. These are certain to be a staple in your scrapping supply.

Which products are going to be a must have for you?

I cannot wait for Monday!
Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.

Here is something I made over the weekend. I have been wanting an inspiration board for quite some time. So I used scraps of fabric I have been saving, some chicken wire found in our garage and an old frame a friend of mine gave me years ago. I plan on filling this with seam binding, ribbons, tags and other goodies to use in projects for my book. Sorry for the strange angle but this thing is big 36 x 24 and my room is small. But I think you get the idea.

Also, if you want to see some great new release items from Maya Road check out their blog. Each day Caroline and Deb will be showcasing a new product.

You all did really well listing all the products I used in my ornament so I put all your names into the drawing.. yes even those that emailed me your guesses. The winner is BethW. Beth, please email me your snail mail address and I will get your RAK in the mail.

Here is the list of everything I used to create my Valentine Tag.

Heart Chipboard Coaster Book
Wings Keychain
Foundation Chipboard
Antique Keys
Microchips Neutrals - Hearts
Jonathan Alphabet Rubons
Clocks Rubons - Black
Journey East - Hong Kong- Sakura Ribbon

Today I finished another tag for CHA-S using a photo of my Dad and Maya Road Products. Isn’t my Dad just the best Santa! I have a tutorial to recreate this ornament on the MMM ‘08 Blog if you are interested in making one for yourself.

It wont be too long before we are able to start posting some CHA-S sneak peeks. I cannot wait to show you some of the things I have been working on. I think you all are going to love what Maya Road is releasing at the show. You are all going to be so surprised.

Yesterday my friend Lisa and I went to the GASC in Arlington. We had such a great time walking the floor and looking at all the cool stuff. The Crafty Scrapper had a wonderful booth with LOADS of product and LOTS of Maya Road. It was fun getting to see and chat with all of them again.

I got to quickly chat with a few of the Memory Makers Magazine staff… Beth Williams their executive editor, Christine Doyle their editorial director and GinaMarie Reda their assistant editor. It is so sad to think my term is almost up with Memory Makers. This has been one super fast and enjoyable year. But they will not be getting rid of me that easily. I’m still gonna chat with them and visit them as often as I can via email and when attending CHA-S and CHA-W. I feel for all of you that are working on your entries. I understand the butterflies in the stomach all too well. Good Luck!

After the show Lisa and I went to eat at “Abuelo’s”. We had the best Tilapia Veracruz lunch. I cannot tell you how great it was… It was the kinda so great you cannot stop thinking about it so great!

Next we were off to dig around in some thrift and antique stores. I found some great treasures that I cannot wait to work into some of my book layouts and projects. My favorite is the vintage hat band. I just love the colors of the velvet, flowers and beads.

These glass buttons are so much prettier in person. I’m gonna hold onto these for a while as I have a very special project for these in mind.

Lastly… I love these milk bottle caps. I’m not sure what I am going to do with these but I’m sure something fun will come to mind.

Today I will be heading to Caroline’s to sort out some new CHA-S release samples for the design team. I sure wish I could share but… nope, sorry… not quite yet. All I can say is you are gonna LOVE everything.

Wishing you all a wonderful weekend.