So this year Ansley REALLY wanted to have a pink forest. Thanks to my Mom and my Sister it is complete. They found what I believe is the only 4 ft. pink tinsel and pink lit tree out there. Mom paid more to ship the tree to Ansley than she did to purchase the tree. Ansley is still decorating it but as you can see it will have glittered snowflakes, white boa garland and snow on the branches… YEP, she is my child!

The one iridescent tree really bugs me in this photo but during the day and at night it looks so pretty and does not stand out as much as in this photo. I’m just going to have to cover it up with my finger when I look at this photo.

Alan has placed my Candy Cane Kisses and Gingerbread Wishes Paper Doll in the For Sale section of my blog. The Download includes a complete Supply and Tool List, Step by Step instructions, my one-of-a-kind Paper Doll Template and Color Images to help you create along the way. I think this Paper Doll will look adorable in a layout or framed.

Thanks to all of you who have been purchasing my Downloads. It warms my heart to know you like my Tutorials that much.

I am doing a Photo A Day Challenge on ScrapGal. So Ansley and I had a little photo shot with her and Zeusy. All I have to say is… Gosh what a difference a year makes. Last year, Ansley still had her little girl look, which by the way I was holding on to like mad. This year, I might as well give up and start waving the white flag. Ansley has turned into a beautiful young lady, and to me it seems like it all happened overnight.

Ansley 2006

Ansley 2007

Ansley loves her little dog Zeusy. Here is their Christmas Photo. Thankfully we had Alan to stand behind me acting like a goof so he would look at the camera. Zeus did not like wearing his coat. I guess he figured out it was a CAT cape *GASP* I know but Ansley and I thought it was the cutest and it fit him perfectly.

Here are a few projects I created using products from Art Warehouse, Creative Imaginations and Hampton Art. I used two of the Bare Elements (8 x 10 and 5 x 7) frames and stacked them one on top of the other. You can’t really see the dimension in the photo but it is there and it looks great. I am LOVING the Art Warehouse Pearl and Rhinestone brads. They are perfect for adding that little something to a project or layout.

I’m happy to say my “Whoo love’s Who” owl mini album is now sold out! Thanks to all that purchased the kit. I hope I get to see some of your finished albums.

has been announced! I am so happy to say, “I am one of their newest members!” I just cannot believe it!!! Words cannot describe my excitement. Thanks to all who wished me good luck as well as sent positive thoughts my way.

Congrats to all the newest members.

Aubrey R. of Bryan, Texas - Judi V. of Niagara Falls, NY - Kimberly C. of Milford, OH - Suzy P. of Laguna Niguel, CA - Wendy R. of Chino Hills, CA - Fiona C. of Willoughby, NSW Australia, Greetje V. of Gelderland Holland

The two Design Team members who will be continuing on in 2007 are:

Heather A. of North Richland Hills, TX - Carrie Z. of Monroe, NC

More Images…

Wow… I think I have finally calmed down from my fabulous day yesterday. I will certainly be scrapping Nov. 9, 2006 for sure! It was just one great moment after another. Thank you to all who have e-mailed me with Congrats and good luck wishes. I’m just overwhelmed that so many would take the time to e-mail me. Hugs to all of you. I thought I would post the mini album I created to try for a spot on the 2007 Maya Road Design Team. I love altering chipboard! There are so many ways to make a project really unique with their products… painting, sanding, covering with paper etc. If you have not tried their products you really need to do so. Their quality is top notch! I am also having a great time with my new sewing machine. My BIL surprised me with a new one. I must say I don’t think I have ever been so surprised over an unexpected gift as I was that day. Thanks again, Dougie! It is just too much fun to use all the different stitches. You will notice a lot of sewing in my entry as well as all my layouts and projects. Well, wishing everyone a wonderful day and thanks again for all your support. Now I just have to wait until the 14th to see if I am one of the final 6.