Wow, life happens and you forget things. Let's see if I can remember about this and start postiung again. SOOOOOOOO much stuff has happened! Starr

Penny Purging.....

So, like everyone else I have been snapping up Michael's penny clearance items. But I am having a little problem deciding what to do with my extras. I purchased some pretty pricey(well before they were clearanced) items and I know that I could make a killing with them on Ebay but I kind of feel like that is taking advantage of people. I would do the items auction style instead of a set price,that way letting buyers pay the amount they think is fair for the items. What do you guys think?

Can't wait....

See that gal there in the picture?  That's my big sister Rachel. Guess who is coming to scrapbook with me this coming up weekend????? Yeppers Rachel!!!  Sooooooooooo excited.....Just thought I'd share my excitement with you guys. Oh and not let me forget to say Happy Anniversary to my hubby Joey, we spent the day shopping the local craft stores,gotta love him  :O)

Ramblings of a Rambler....

Irony is while rearranging the craftroom some this morning...As I moved the sewing machine to another area in the room...the strap on my dress broke(no I wasn't rearranging in a ballgown, it was a sundress)..though that seems like it could be a sport...housework in a ballgown.......Wait what was I talking about, oh yeah actually seeing progress in the craftroom, I found a website(that's free) that you can rearrange your furniture in your room..just put in your specs(room size,furniture sizes,etc)....Just helps to have a plan..Maybe MAYBE I'll get it finished this weekend...MAYBE :O)

Just in case anyone is interested in trying this tool out http://www.urbanbarn.com/Room-Planner

Unnecessary possessions are unnecessary burdens. There is great freedom in simplicity of living. - Peace Pilgrim

  I've been thinking about this a lot lately. What with being ill so much it seems I'm either cleaning something or sleeping...not doing the things I want to do (when I do feel good) because I feel like I need to be cleaning or organizing or something "productive"....well that has been going on for about 4ish years now, and I'M TIRED.....So my New Years resolution this year will be to simplify my home and life therefore giving me more time and space to do the things I want to do....I'm going to need lots of encouragement...you see I am a.....PackRat of sorts...I have a hard time just throwing things away I most go through everything I fear getting rid of something I really need...I think it's from moving so many times in my life...Heck this home(the one I share with Hubby Joseph) is the longest length of time I've ever lived somewhere(6 1/3 years).....I've lived out of boxes, never bothering to unpack everything...this is a really BIG habit to break. And I love a Flea Market/Thrift Store/ Yard Sale, I come by this naturally...My relationship with my father (he was a verbal/physical abuser) was a rough/tough one (to put it mildly) but when we when flea marketed/yard sold etc he was respectful and nice..and sometime even fun...This is the reason(I am sure) that I really don't see me giving it up completely...But I'm going to have to be much "stricter" with myself...You know two things out for each one thing you bring in........Don't get me wrong when I say I am a PackRat I'm not saying that they are going to be film an episode of hoarders at my home...it is a crowded lived in home not DIRTY/FILTHY...there IS a difference...it's not like I keep old used hankies/fingernail clipping/newspapers up to the ceiling/ 20 cats(heck I don't have one cat...Hubby is allergic) etc.......BUT we do have an awful lot of stuff in our home.....And besides being a Packrat...I am also a bit of a everything in it's place kinda gal...How do those two coexist you ask...ummm they don't and the not knowing where things are is driving me ape crap crazy............So to recap, New Year's resolution simplify my home so I can enjoy my art and reading...or heck taking a good nap without feeling guilty about it...and asking you guys to help me by encouraging....Not just in January/ February all year long, I am realistic I know it will take me awhile to get it back the way I want it (the migraine force me to the dark room to often to think this will be a quick thing I can fix)....after all this isn't a tv show where a dozen or so people and a professional organizer are coming to help...nope just little ole me and maybe I can get an OCD friend or two to help occasionally..that would be great...and maybe just maybe the hubby..since after all it's not all mine.....Here's to a better New Year filled with hope and better health, God Willing

What a Year we Have had......

Hubby had to have surgery. Had problems all winter and then the spring with my Bulldog's skin....we finally found a food that he's not allergic to...thank goodness......Then on the 25th of June I had to have emergency surgery.....So, I've been away awhile, sorry :O(

Finally getting to do something crafty. Going to my first ever Scrapping Retreat.... I will be posting pics next week.

Have a scrappy day :O)

Finally Back...

Sorry for the long absence. Hubby has been released from Dr. and now has PT twice a week. I sure miss you guys. And I hope to be posting some fun projects soon. Also be on the look out for prizes coming soon!!

Happy Crafting :O)

Quick note to Followers....and Winner Announcement..

My husband is having kinda major surgery tomorrow so I will not be on here for a few weeks.
Congrats to the Race to 50 winner......Luv2Scrap!!
Please send me your address so I can send off your prize!!!  I will post a picture of the prize soon! 

Thanks everyone and I'll be back in a few weeks.
Happy Crafting :O)

Race to 50...Project Prize Pack

I am having such a fun time gathering the prizes for Race to 50. We are half way there. Can't wait to actually get to share the great prize pack with the lucky winner!!


As a reminder of how this give away will work.

It's a "Race to 50"...Once we hit 50 followers of this blog I will randomly pick a winner from the entries.
So, to be in the running you need to:
   A. Become a follower of this blog, one entry. You MUST be a follower to win.
   B. And as a follower leave a comment on this or any of the other Post, one entry.