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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-851504921197252572Sun, 01 Sep 2024 08:18:54 +0000gardeningrecipesDIYholidaysbloggingkidstipscrochetmonkey see monkey dosummer funCristy Craftynoreply@blogger.com (Cristy @ Art•ing Shed•quarters)Blogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-851504921197252572.post-492066063755427073Tue, 28 Feb 2012 21:15:00 +00002012-02-28T13:17:08.281-08:00Moved, New Blog<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">I have moved&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">you can find me&nbsp;</span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><a href=" /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span></div>2012/02/moved-new-blog.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cristy @ Art•ing Shed•quarters)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-851504921197252572.post-3882269653343929916Tue, 25 Oct 2011 15:30:00 +00002012-02-27T08:45:24.773-08:00gardeningiGrow ~you can, too~ No.6 Bulbs<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;">This post has moved</span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><br /> </span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-large;"><a href=" it here</a></span><br /> <br /> <br /> sorry for any inconvenience.</div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br /> <br /> <div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><br /> <div style="font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;"><b><br /> </b></span></span></div></div></div>2011/07/igrow-you-can-too-no6-bulbs.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Cristy @ Art•ing Shed•quarters)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-851504921197252572.post-2636882582907384909Mon, 17 Oct 2011 21:00:00 +00002011-10-18T08:27:16.107-07:00DIYCanvas Art...Failed...Rescued!<div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="; width="640" /></a></div><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"></span><br /> <span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;"><br /> </span><br /> It all began with a $5&nbsp;clearance&nbsp;poster of the Solar System.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">Big Brother loves all things Star Wars, Outer Space and the like.</span></div></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /> </div><br /> The poster was not all that pleasing to the eye, but I figured I could spruce it up somehow.<br /> Did I mention I had a 50% off coupon {{yaaaay!}}<br /> We found a large canvas marked down 60%, seemed like fate.<br /> Poor Big Brother has a newly furnished room (all constructed from modified plans from Ana White, by my talented Hubby), but his walls are a vast expanse of barren nothingness.<br /> <br /> I thought it could be a more respectable display if it were Mod Podged to the canvas. Framing posters is just cost prohibitive, kind of like putting diamond earrings on a pig...<br /> <br /> Sure lots of people have decoupaged onto canvas...I'm not one of them though. The wrinkles that arose were devastating to say the least. Hubby was convinced the damage was irreversible.<br /> <br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: large;">See, not pretty to start, add wrinkles and warping :(</span></div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="430" src="; width="640" /></a></div><br /> Lucky for me, I was able to peel the poster off the canvas and left it all to dry. Tomorrow was another day.<br /> New plan, &nbsp;I spray painted the canvas with some chalkboard paint (because it was the right color and in the garage, which I have yet to try out as a writing surface)<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="478" /></a></div><br /> Cut out each individual planet and respective moons and mod podged them in order from the sun.<br /> You can the texture from where i was trying to attach the poster as well as an impression mark where Little Sister was helping. Which are not noticeable in the end.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="478" /></a></div>I added the planet names and various stars from faraway galaxies and couldn't be happier with how it turned out.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="428" src="; width="640" /></a></div><br /> For some reason every photo is flawed with glare or fuzziness, possibly some operator error involved. It actually looks so much better than I anticipated!!! Little Brother loves it, but pointed out to me that I forgot the Milky Way,~ Oops~<br /> <br /> <br /> <div style="font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Friday</span></span></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><a href=" class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Tatertots and Jello</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">,&nbsp;</span></u></span><a href=" class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Miss Mustard Seed</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">,&nbsp;</span></u></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Times; line-height: normal;"><a href=" class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Funky Junk Interiors</span></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">,</span></u></span><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;"><u><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><a href=" class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">All Things Thrifty</span></a></span></u></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: left;"><b><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">Saturday</span></span></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px; margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; 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text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Look! The invisible candle casts a shadow...not really, just uncooperative lighting.&nbsp;</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Discover fanciful, magical delights around every corner.</div><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;Lotions and Potions</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Spiders and Crows</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Rare Books of Spells and Magic</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Use caution, it's dark and dusty, creepy and musty in here.<a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Many a night by candlelight, reading and concocting, practicing and collecting.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hope you enjoyed your visit.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="640" src="; width="640" /></a></div><br /> <br /> <br /> </div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The original inspiration, a children's book about Merlin, fifty cents, summer yard sale find!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="; width="320" /></a></div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> <br /> <br /> I spent next to nothing on all my decor.&nbsp;</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;I picked up this awesome (and only "scary" item) from Michael's for $6 with the coupon. LOVE the Creepy Cloth for a buck at the Dollar Tree (as well as the griffin)!!!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">&nbsp;I picked up spiders and crows here and there and at end of season clearance.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I had so much fun making the Spell Book, old thrift store book, aged the pages with watered down paint and hand drew the "Good Luck Spell" and "Invisible Spell" on parchment paper then glued onto existing pages with glue stick.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The potion bottles were from my pantry, labels made by printing Gothic fonts (from <a href=";) onto regular white paper, tea staining and stuck on with a glue stick. There is "Water from the Fountain of Youth", &nbsp;"Eye of Newt", white nonpareils, &nbsp;"Magic Beans" Ancient Anasazi Beans grown locally, " "Essence of Dragon" empty bottle...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The candlesticks are from the thrift store. &nbsp;I made the scrolls from a big sheet of paper from our massive stack of blueprints. Just burn the edge and tea stain again.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The dead branches from the fields by our house.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> I wish I could have captured better pictures, I just couldn't get the light right with light beaming in the windows... I tried at night and they were too dark, washed out during the day...photo pro, I am not.<br /> <br /> I so look forward to Halloween. Marking the beginning of the Holiday Season.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Fall harvest and pumpkins and hayrides, corn mazes and costumes.&nbsp;</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I &nbsp;mostly decorate in a natural fall theme of Cornstalks (that grew in my garden, intermixed with my perennials and bushes=free. They get you an arm and a leg if you buy them$$$) Along with a couple hay bales, pumpkins, Mums and squash. I can start in September and it takes us through the end of November, just in time for {{{Christmas}}}</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I love this theme because it's really easy and fun, everything ties together. I used to have a hodge&nbsp;podge mix of stuff and it just felt chaotic. It's so easy to follow this theme and just concentrate it in the foyer and adjoining dining room.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Thanks for stopping by.</div><div class="" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px; text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-family: Cambria; line-height: 19px;"></span><br /> <div style="text-align: center;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color: #674ea7;">I may be attending these parties&nbsp;</span></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; margin-top: 0px;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size: x-small;"><br /> </span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0px; 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&nbsp;(Hint: Red Tornado makes an appearance. &nbsp;Or four.)</div> <br />2012/11/once-nerd-twists-and-turns-of-action.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-3459820088941381250Tue, 27 Nov 2012 18:08:00 +00002012-11-27T10:08:38.153-08:00East Valley TribuneHostessTwinkie the KidTwinkiesTwinkie the Kid's Last Ride?Check out my latest contribution to&nbsp;<i>The East Valley Tribune</i>&nbsp;by&nbsp;<a href="; target="_blank">clicking here</a>! &nbsp;(I drew the picture.)2012/11/twinkie-kids-last-ride.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-1072103605463744385Sun, 11 Nov 2012 22:09:00 +00002012-11-11T14:09:50.440-08:00Amazing Arizona ComicsNerdvanaOnce A NerdOnce A Nerd . . .I haven't completely forsake you, <b>A Comic A Day</b>! &nbsp;I've begun writing a regular column at the blog <b>Nerdvana</b>&nbsp;-- you can check out the first few entries of <i>Once A Nerd</i>&nbsp;by <a href=" here</a>!<br /> <br /> And while you're at Nerdvana, look for some of my exclusive <b>Amazing Arizona Comics</b>&nbsp;strips . . .! &nbsp;Superhero adventure has never been more topical!2012/11/once-nerd.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-5020948368469987720Thu, 10 May 2012 20:24:00 +00002012-05-10T13:25:44.883-07:00Brian Michael BendisBryan HitchCaptain AmericaIron ManMarvel ComicsPaul NearyThe AvengersFree Comic Book Day 2012: Marvel ComicsThis may be post-<em>Avengers</em> fever talking, but Marvel Comics' <strong>Avengers: Age of Ultron #.1</strong> is the perfect Free Comic Book Day offering.&nbsp; First of all, based on the criteria I established in my last review, this comic is a complete issue, like any you could pick up off the stands.&nbsp; It isn't a stand alone story, though; it's the beginning of another Avengers adventure, one that has Tony Stark quaking in his iron boots.&nbsp; For casual readers of the Avengers (like me), or a newbie to comics fresh from the movie, what better way to hook 'em then by striking fear in who we've perceived as a fearless hero?<br /> <br />Marvel also presents some of its top talent in this free funnybook, with Brian Michael Bendis behind the words, and Bryan Hitch and Paul Neary behind the pictures.&nbsp; Again, I'm only a casual fan of these artists, but Bendis sets&nbsp;a motley stage, with Avengers of all types in attendence, introducing new readers to characters they wouldn't have seen in the film.&nbsp; Further, Bendis creates a very poignant problem and offers a multi-faceted way to solve it, with a slew of macabre villains along the way.&nbsp; Hitch and Neary volley superhero adventure and espionage very well, and while the characters' grimaces are very realistic, weirdos like M.O.D.O.K. look appropriately -- well, weird.&nbsp; <br /> <br />Perhaps this is what struck me most about this issue: it's a classic superhero team versus a classic super-villain team, mirroring each other in opposite objectives on the same spectrum.&nbsp; Despite the contemporary context, this issue seemed very old-fashioned (another term <em>Avengers</em> movie fans might remember), yet without shoving nostalgia down out throats.&nbsp; Here, we can have a horde of bad guys working together, and they don't operate under a name like "The Secret Society of Ne'er-Do-Wells."&nbsp; They're just there, in a cave, almost like&nbsp;a terror cell, doing something that could cause great harm to the world, for their own selfish gains.&nbsp; Then, superheroes try to stop them.&nbsp; This is the genre.&nbsp; For a moment in this issue, Steve Rogers (formerly Captain America) is tempted to think it's more complicated than that, as covert groups come to light, but in the end everyone just works together.<br /> <br />And that's the pleasant thing about this issue.&nbsp; Everything works together, with a satisfying ending that leaves just enough dangling to keep us coming back for more.&nbsp; The unspoken thesis of Free Comic Book Day is this: "Here is something for free.&nbsp; Is it good enough to make you come back next week and PAY for it?"&nbsp; In this case, I say, "Absolutely."&nbsp; Avengers <em>readers</em>, assemble!2012/05/fcbd-marvel-comics.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-5395269328003091189Sun, 06 May 2012 22:02:00 +00002012-05-15T13:44:00.127-07:00Art BaltazarDC ComicsFrancoFree Comic Book DayGene HaGeoffIvan ReisJim LeeJoe PradoJohnsKenneth RocafortScott WilliamsFree Comic Book Day 2012: DC ComicsAaaaand we're back! &nbsp;The first Saturday in May has become one of my favorite days of the year, because it's Free Comic Book Day! &nbsp;Although I've spent most of my time away from <b>A Comic A Day</b>&nbsp;<a href=";, I can't resist the chance to review a few of this year's FCBD offerings -- so, these posts will come sporadically, but they <i>will</i>&nbsp;come, starting with . . .<br /> <b><br /></b><br /> DC Comics' <b>The New 52 </b>was exactly what I expected: heady, convoluted, and generally unfriendly to anyone interested in picking up a DC Comic for the first time. &nbsp;A friend of mine asked what I thought of the New 52 concept yesterday, and this issue represents my opinions perfectly: if the attempt was to establish an entry-level experience for new readers, mission failed. &nbsp;Generally, in just these past nine months of "the new 52" experience, we've been "reintroduced" to the DC Universe via a muddied five-year timeline for our beloved characters, and, now, multiple earths. &nbsp;If the goal was to put old and new readers alike on the same page, consider it done, because <i>everybody's </i>confused.<br /> <br /> Specifically, the FCBD <b>The New 52</b>&nbsp;issue was a waste of an effort. &nbsp;It didn't tell a complete story but rather <i>teased </i>several upcoming stories, and the main yarn is spun around Pandora, a character that has haunted DC's titles since their relaunch. &nbsp;Here, her origin is told, and basically she <i>is </i>the Pandora of old that opened that terrible box, a sin on par with whatever condemned the Phantom Stranger and the Question to their respective fates, as well. &nbsp;Of course, if you're a new reader, you have no idea who the Phantom Stranger and the Question are, so that detail would be lost. &nbsp;Cut to Pandora, today, trying to retrieve her famous box from A.R.G.U.S., which must be DC's answer to S.H.I.E.L.D., then to Batman fighting a Green Lantern that <i>isn't</i>&nbsp;Hal Jordan, then to a four-page foldout that zooms back to the entire Justice League fighting each other. &nbsp;The issue concludes with a bunch of one to three page teasers of other DC titles.<br /> <br /> I <i>know</i>&nbsp;these characters from <i>decades'</i>&nbsp;worth of reading, and in twenty-some pages, I was confused, disillusioned, and ultimately rendered uninterested. &nbsp;How would anyone that has never read a DC comic feel? &nbsp;<b>The New 52</b>&nbsp;has Superman, Batman, and Wonder Woman on the cover, and it serves no one looking for a Superman, Batman, or Wonder Woman story -- either for the first time, or for the first time since the relaunch. &nbsp;Again -- what a waste.<br /> <br /> The&nbsp;<b>Superman Family Adventures Flip Book </b>was a much more familiar depiction of my favorite superheroes, and since it was primarily intended for children, I don't know if DC is inadvertently calling me a baby for wanting something simpler from my superheroes, or if their comics have simply <i>outgrown</i> me. &nbsp;Whatever -- Art Baltazar and Franco tell a simple Superman story with the Lois/Clark/Perry/Jimmy paradigm that made these characters timeless, and that's good enough for me. &nbsp;The Green Lantern story on the other side of this issue was short, sweet, and <i>complete</i>, thus, enjoyable -- and the Young Justice snippet ended too soon, which means I was successfully left wanting more. <br /> <br /> Ultimately, between these two comic books, I don't feel like I read even one <i>whole</i>&nbsp;comic book, but instead I flipped through a sales pamphlet of product <i>available soon at a comic shop near you</i>! &nbsp;I thought it was Free Comic Book Day, not Free Comic Book Samplers Day. &nbsp;Call me old-fashioned, but I think the best way to get people to read comic books is to give them a good comic book.2012/05/free-comic-book-day-2012-dc-comics.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-3611535066507599372Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:27:00 +00002012-04-17T09:29:06.715-07:00Amazing Arizona Comicsindie comicsMaricopa County Faironline comicswebcomicsAmazing Arizona Comics: Food Coma at the County Fair!My latest <strong>Amazing Arizona Comics</strong>strip is up at Nerdvana -- "Food Coma at the County Fair!" -- starring June Monsoon and Sam Brero. <a href=" it here!</a><br /><br />And stay tuned for more comic book reviews, coming soon!2012/04/amazing-arizona-comics-food-coma-at.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-5801489966051687818Tue, 21 Feb 2012 00:47:00 +00002012-04-17T09:29:43.290-07:00Amazing Arizona ComicsDC ComicsDesolation JonesEllisJ. H. Williams IIIKaraokeFanboy RadioWarren EllisKaraokeFanboy Radio episode 2<iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='; class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe><br /><br />Notes:<br /><br />Visit <a href=" Nevermore here</a>, and read more about <a href=" style="font-weight:bold;">Amazing Arizona Comics</span> here</a>.<br /><br />Don't forget: Republi-Con is coming!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href=" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 130px;" src="; border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5711384849236525458"></a><br />by Steve Failla2012/02/karaokefaboy-radio-episode-2.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-5339919048166732464Wed, 15 Feb 2012 19:18:00 +00002012-02-15T11:31:40.341-08:00Image ComicsKaraokeFanboy RadioNemo Publishing GroupSea GhostThe Amazing Joy BuzzardsKaraokeFanboy Radio episode 1I'm keeping the "A Comic A Day" spirit alive in my KaraokeFanboy Radio podcast about the process behind my mini-comics series, "Amazing Arizona Comics." Check out the "What I'm Reading" segment!<br /><br /><iframe allowfullscreen='allowfullscreen' webkitallowfullscreen='webkitallowfullscreen' mozallowfullscreen='mozallowfullscreen' width='320' height='266' src='; class='b-hbp-video b-uploaded' frameborder='0'></iframe>2012/02/karaokefanboy-radio-episode-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-8090235152796024978Sun, 20 Nov 2011 16:35:00 +00002011-11-20T08:39:27.529-08:00DC ComicsImage ComicsMudmanNew 52Paul GristMudman #1Everything old is new again. And that isn't always a good thing.<br /><br />I confess, as a comic reader going on his twentieth year of visiting funnybook shops every week, I've been a bit discouraged lately. I'm in that small but whiny group that doesn't like DC's "New 52," because it renders all of the stories I've cherished these last twenty years as obsolete -- or at least outdated. Additionally, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles recently relaunched under IDW's banner, and while I was excited to pick up the first issue, I was daunted by its focus on a new origin for our half-shelled heroes. Is anything I once knew canon anymore?<br /><br />Enter Paul Grist's <strong>Mudman</strong> -- a number one issue you can trust.<br /><br /><a href=" style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 130px; height: 200px;" src="; border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5677117590343362466" /></a><br /><br />I agree with Erik Larsen in his recent response to a letter in <strong>Savage Dragon</strong> #175. If you're going to start with number one, why not pour that energy into a new idea? Further, if you have a new idea, must you brand it as the end all/be all of everything? <strong>Mudman</strong> epitomizes both concepts, as a very humble first issue -- a simple cover, the beginning of the young hero's origin story, and crisp, page-popping art. At the same time, you've seen all this before: reckless young person stumbles into a hero's legacy and dons the mantle to discover his own worth in a troubled world. It's the standard superhero premise in new tights . . . oh, and a lot of mud.<br /><br />You can trust Mudman because of its unabashed embrace of the classic conventions while trying on a new suit; in othe words, it's the best of DC's "New 52" without the headline-grabbing motivation, or the bogged down allegiance to an old icon's integrity. It's a superhero comic for superhero comics' sake, all ages-friendly, and everything the medium used to be.<br /><br />Everything old is new again. Sometimes it's a good thing. <br /><br /><em>Blogger's Note: This review was also posted on <a href=";, a blog for Arizona's <em>East Valley Tribune</em>.</em>2011/11/mudman-1.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-3992590129504847355Wed, 20 Oct 2010 19:00:00 +00002010-10-20T12:00:01.474-07:00Alternative Press ExpoAPEMy Super PowersNeil BrideauAPE 2010: My Super PowersI can review flyers, right?<br /><br />Okay, <strong>My Super Powers</strong> by Neil Brideau, <em>isn't</em> a flyer, but it <em>is</em> a single piece of paper, folded in half, making a four page comic book. Such a format isn't uncommon at the Altnerative Press Expo -- in fact, it's often the norm -- but if you left this little piece of art anywhere else, a layman may incorrectly dub it "a flyer." So, I'm putting it in layman's terms. I'm not a superhero, after all.<br /><br />Apparently, Neil Brideau is. In fact, he's <em>my kind </em>of superhero: the type with powers anybody can acquire, with enough sheer will. He has out-run the bus he missed. He has a bottom stomach in all-you-can-eat restaurants. Apparently, his hugs are great. See, regular super powers. Like Batman, but without the travel, the fortune, and the perpetual vengeance. So forget Superman or Spawn -- Neil's are the powers that just might save the planet one day.<br /><br />Seriously, Brideau's strip is a charming little slice of life that boasts a latent love of comics and an appreciation for the minutiae of life. Hey, who cares if it's just one piece of paper? This is the kind of <em>comic</em> absolutely <em>anyone</em> can read, quickly, and happily.<br /><br /><a href=" Neil's blog.</a>2010/10/ape-2010-my-super-powers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (KaraokeFanboy)2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-29139115.post-3502222101608631422Tue, 19 Oct 2010 23:36:00 +00002010-10-19T17:04:05.560-07:00Alternative Press ExpoAPEDancing with Jack Ketch The Life


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Activities For Kids Easy crafts and printables for kids, preschool and older. You'll also find Birthday Party themes, Holiday crafts, Kids recipes and Classroom prtables. Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:09:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Star of David Yarn Craft star-of-david-yarn-craft/ Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:51:26 +0000 ?p=7141 Looking for a meaningful and beautiful holiday craft? The Star of David yarn craft is a perfect choice! Made from a simple Styrofoam plate and yarn. The post Star of David Yarn Craft first appeared on Activities For Kids. The post Star of David Yarn Craft appeared first on Activities For Kids. ]]> If you’re looking for a meaningful, easy, and surprisingly beautiful holiday craft, this Star of David yarn craft made from a simple Styrofoam plate is a total win. It’s budget-friendly, classroom-friendly, and totally doable for kids, yet the finished piece looks like something you’d proudly hang up as décor. All you need is a small Styrofoam plate (around 6″ works perfectly), yarn, a hole punch, a ruler, and the Star of David PDF template. Want to jazz it up? A little craft glue and glitter can turn the whole piece into a sparkly holiday ornament. What You’ll Need 6″ Styrofoam plate (white works best) Star of David PDF (sized to match the center of your plate) Hole punch Ruler About 125″ of yarn Tape Scissors Optional: craft glue + silver glitter for a sparkly finish Prepping the Plate Measure for cutting out the notches Start by choosing a Star of David PDF that roughly matches the size of the inner circle of your plate. If your PDF is a bit too small —no stress! You can adjust your placement using a ruler. Place your ruler across the plate to connect two opposite points of the star, marking each point lightly with a pen or pencil. Continue rotating your ruler to mark all six star points evenly around the plate’s rim. These marks will guide where your yarn will anchor. Using a hole punch, create half-holes (little notches) at each marked point. You’re not punching full holes—just notches deep enough for yarn to rest securely. If you don’t have a hole punch, just snip a ‘V’ with a pair of scissors for the 6 spots. Cut the Yarn Measure out about 125 inches of yarn. This gives you enough length to wrap the full shape twice for a bold, clean Star of David. Tape one loose end to the back of the plate. You’re officially in business. How to Weave the Star of David For the cleanest pattern, follow the above example above with the 1 through 6 markings. This helps keep the yarn pattern organized and prevents the back from turning into a spaghetti explosion. Start: Bring yarn from the taped back side up through notch 1. 1 → 3: Stretch across the front to notch 3 (pink line). Bring yarn to the back. Back 3 → 4: Bring yarn behind the plate to notch 4. 4 → 6: Stretch across the front to notch 6 (green line). Back 6 → 1: On the back, move clockwise from 6 to 1. 1 → 5: Stretch across to 5 (blue line). Back 5 → 6: Move behind the plate to 6. 6 → 2: Stretch across to 2 (red line). Back 2 → 3: Move clockwise on the back. 3 → 5: Stretch across to 5 (yellow line). Back 5 → 4: Move counter-clockwise to notch 4. 4 → 2: Stretch across to 2 (orange line). Back 2 → 1: Move counter-clockwise back to 1. Now repeat the full sequence a second time to make the star crisp and bold. Once you’re finished, tie your two yarn ends together on the back or tape them down securely. Optional: Add a Little Sparkle If you want some holiday dazzle, brush a thin layer of diluted craft glue onto the center of the plate and sprinkle silver glitter over it before starting with the yarn. Shake off the excess and let it dry. Display & Enjoy Your finished Star of David yarn craft looks great on a door, bulletin board, mantle, or even as a large ornament. It’s simple, pretty, and meaningful—perfect for Hanukkah or any cultural lesson in the classroom.The post Star of David Yarn Craft first appeared on Activities For Kids.The post Star of David Yarn Craft appeared first on Activities For Kids. ]]> Presidents Day Paper Chain presidents-day-paper-chain/ Tue, 28 Jan 2025 19:23:41 +0000


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tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750Sun, 02 Aug 2026 10:58:35 +0000Fun with childrenHolidaysRandom thingsChickensSewingBook activitiesAdvent activitiesHappy StuffFoodChristmas book activities 2009DecoratingSummer funThriftingDaily wondersFaithChristmasWonderingsWinter activitiesCleaningQuiltsExerciseFallOrganizationBooksMontessoriScrapbookingValentine's DaySpring activitiesGardeningLapbooksProject 365ThanksgivingBoys' fort projectCampingLentLiving GreenNaturePaper CraftingProject LifeWinterWord of the YearBirthdaysGift ideasHomeschoolingMissionsParentingA Day of Wonderswon-der n. 1. rapt attention or astonishment at something awesomely mysterious or new to one's experience 2. a feeling of doubt or uncertainty won-der v. 1. to be in a state of wonder: MARVEL 2. to feel curiosity or doubtnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)Blogger315125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-6825777037355850143Tue, 06 Nov 2012 22:38:00 +00002012-11-06T16:38:27.618-06:00Thanksgiving Pillow: BLESSED<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="; width="320" /></a></div> <br /> I just listed this pillow in my Etsy shop, right in time for Thanksgiving!&nbsp; It would be a great hostess gift for Thanksgiving as well as a wonderful keepsake for you to pull out each November, reminding you to count your blessings.&nbsp;<a href="; CLICK HERE</a> to purchase!!2012/11/thanksgiving-pillow-blessed.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-3518957330844510433Fri, 26 Oct 2012 03:53:00 +00002012-10-25T22:53:29.457-05:00New blog for doll loversHello, everyone!&nbsp; Just wanted to let you know that I've launched a new blog just for doll lovers.&nbsp;&nbsp; If you loved dolls as a child, love dolls as an adult, collect dolls and/or create things for dolls, this blog is right up your alley.&nbsp; I'll feature interviews with doll lovers young and old.&nbsp; YOU could be featured on the blog!!&nbsp; If you have a great childhood memory about dolls, let me know.&nbsp; I'd love to have you participate.&nbsp; The more the merrier.&nbsp; The new blog is called "Never Too Old For Dolls" and can be found<a href="; HERE</a>.&nbsp; Go check it out!!2012/10/new-blog-for-doll-lovers.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-3206836484962185972Sun, 10 Jul 2011 15:01:00 +00002011-07-10T10:01:50.984-05:00I haven't disappeared!!Hi!&nbsp; Is anybody still out there?&nbsp; Just checking in.&nbsp; I apologize for being absent for so long.&nbsp; Lots of changes have been in the works for me and my family.&nbsp; In May, I finished my final year of teaching at the Montessori school where I was both head teacher and director.&nbsp; I am finally pursuing a long-held dream of mine to be a homeschool mama to my two sons.&nbsp; I am super-excited about this new adventure.&nbsp; To bring in a bit of extra income this fall, I will be teaching private piano lessons and offering Kindermusik classes from my home studio.&nbsp; I've been busy designing and creating two new blogs to document all these goings-on.&nbsp; You can read about my new studio by visiting <a href=" Hill Studio</a>.&nbsp; And.....you can read all about my homeschooling adventures by visiting <a href=" Hill Homeschool.</a>&nbsp; With so much new happening, it made sense to me to document everything at a new place in cyberspace.&nbsp; So.......I'm not sure how much I'll be posting over here.&nbsp; I may still pop in to tell you about various non-homeschool-related events and activities.&nbsp; Maybe I'll save this space for a place to share my cooking and crafting, since I still hope to do lots of that.&nbsp; By the way, I've recently discovered Pinterest.&nbsp; Oh, my word!&nbsp; Pure awesomeness.&nbsp; I think this link will take you to <a href=" Pinterest page</a> where you can see all the stunning visual inspiration I've found online.&nbsp; 2011/07/i-havent-disappeared.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-6437528959331900048Tue, 12 Apr 2011 03:52:00 +00002011-04-11T23:06:32.513-05:00ChickensHomeschoolingChickens in my bathroom (again!)Yep, I really do have four chickens in my bathroom again. I decided to get some new baby chicks this year so we could double our "flock" and have more eggs. We have four full-grown hens and today the boys and I went to our local Bomgaar's and bought four more "girls". By this fall, we should be in the organic, farm-fresh egg business. My sons are old enough now to be more involved in caring for the chickens and gathering the eggs. They can profit from their efforts by selling the eggs to friends and family. It is so fun to raise chickens from chick-hood. They are so cute. I sat in the bathroom and watched them for a long time tonight. At this age, they fall asleep very easily. When they sleep they completely sack out and almost look dead. Sometimes they will be standing up and their eyes will drift closed, then their head droops down, finally their legs collapse and they are sound asleep. I watched one tonight who was getting drowsy right by the water bottle. Her head would start falling until her beak dipped into the water. Then she would startle awake, raise her head to swallow, then quickly fall right back to sleep. It was so cute. For you poultry-minded folks, we got two <a href="; (they will lay bluish eggs, which should be fun), one White Rock and one White Leghorn. The Ameraucanas are the darker ones, and the White Rock and White Leghorn are the yellow ones. The White Rock will lay brown eggs, and the white leghorn white eggs. They should be laying by September. PS: For those of you who are wondering, the chicks in the bathroom are in a Rubbermaid tub with a vented lid. They are not in my bathtub!! PPS: I apologize (to myself as much as to anyone who reads this blog) for not posting more often. Hopefully that will change after the school year ends. PPPS: Some exciting news which I have not yet shared online.............this fall I am finally going to be...........a homeschool mama!! Yay!! I am very excited. I've wanted to do this for 10 years (I've been a mom for about 10 years) and am finally taking the plunge! I will document this journey on a new blog which I will start posting on sometime near the end of May. <a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594540332105751298" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> <br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594540326723345554" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> <br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594540319681701042" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> <br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5594540316536026066" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> <br /><div></div></div></div></div>2011/04/chickens-in-my-bathroom-again.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-4856969199967193163Wed, 23 Feb 2011 04:24:00 +00002011-02-22T22:59:45.361-06:00Happy StuffHere's why my son isn't getting a Nintendo DS anytime soonMy children do not have the latest in popular entertainment and video devices. While we don't live under a rock and my boys do watch TV, we have not yet jumped on the bandwagon of digital gadgetry in our household. Yes, my laptop is my BFF. However, I am not on Facebook or Twitter. I don't know how to text (I know that is VERY lame...........I just haven't needed to learn yet), and my phone is a Motorola Tracfone which I buy minutes for when my minutes run out. It doesn't even have one of those cool little keyboards that slides out. Usually I just use it to call DH with an item to add to the grocery list. (Yes, he does our grocery shopping. I am very blessed.) And believe me...........if someone walked up to me today and offered me one of those really cool phones that does everything, I would not hesitate to accept. <br /><br />So..........before I go any further, please know that in no way do I judge others for their relationships to digital devices. Nor I am opposed to or "against" the use of said devices. To be honest, we just haven't purchased some of these gadgets because as of yet no one in our family has felt a pressing need to have them. It doesn't make sense to us to buy something for our children that they are not asking for. That would be like introducing an ice cream sundae to a child who consistently and contentedly eats a variety of healthy foods. If they're happy eating healthy, why mess with it, right? Likewise, if my children are happy and occupied with books and toys that don't beep or light up, why mess with it?<br /><br />Recently, however, my youngest son (he's 5 1/2) has been telling me he REALLY wants a Nintendo DS. I have explained to him that these cost a lot of money and that he will have to really save his money (which he earns by keeping his room clean) if he wants to buy one. The chances of him saving up enough to buy one are slim to none; money kind of burns a hole in his pocket and is usually used to buy more LEGO sets. And I love it when he buys LEGO sets because they are hands-on, open-ended, constructive and will get lots of play time in our household.<br /><br />Today, however, something occurred that pretty much convinced me that none of MY hard-earned cash is going to buy him a DS anytime soon. There's a bit of a backstory here. Today (Tuesday) was a no-school day for me and my sons. We also had the day off on Monday for President's Day. On Monday I took the boys to a local museum where they were having President's Day activities for families. I also bought the boys lunch at the museum. My youngest son had an orange cream soda to drink. It came in a glass bottle. He didn't drink it all, but when I asked the restaurant employee if they recycled the glass bottles, she said no. I am a pretty dedicated recycler, so I took the bottles into the restroom, dumped the remaining soda out, rinsed the bottles and hauled them around in my huge purse the rest of the afternoon. My youngest son was very excited that we were saving his bottle. He said he was going to make something with it when we got home.<br /><br />Fast forward to this morning. I decided to clean out the junk drawer in our kitchen. While doing this project, I had the contents of the drawer spread out on our table. My youngest son spotted a round metal lid that was missing its handle. He asked if he could have it. Knowing there was a good chance I had no use for the lid, I agreed. A little while later I was sweeping the floor. My broom dislodged a circular piece of heavy wire from beneath our couch. My youngest son spotted it in the pile of pet hair and dirt just before I swept it into a dustpan. He asked if he could have it. I agreed, but cautioned him to be careful with it. <br /><br />Later in the morning I rounded up the boys to go to work with me. They often accompany me when I have to get things ready in my preschool classroom. As we headed out the door I noticed that my youngest son was planning to bring the empty glass soda bottle, the metal lid and the ring of wire along. Not wanting to deal with that, I urged him to leave them behind. He persisted, telling me he was going to make something with them. I gave in. We went to my school. While I busied myself with the tasks I needed to accomplish, my youngest son played with the bottle, lid and wire. He showed me all the different things he could do with them. At one point, he used them as a catapult to roll a globe from my classroom across the floor. Another time he showed me how the curved wire could be used like a hook to pick up the lid. <br /><br />Much later in the afternoon, the boys and I had to stop at my parents' house to pick something up. Again, my youngest son insisted on bringing his bottle, lid and wire with him. My mom greeted us at the door and remarked about the strange assortment of items my little guy was carrying. I told her that he had occupied himself with these three items for much of the day. The boys played at my parents house for about an hour while I went back to work. Although he played with other things, I know my son continued to enjoy his trio of "junky" treasures at their house as well. <br /><br />At one point today he told me he wants to collect lots of bottles so he can make lots of things with them. It reminded me of his Valentine's party at school last week. I had brought juice boxes for the children. Instead of throwing his juice box away when he was finished, my son asked to bring it home. He wanted to make a boat out of it. <br /><br />So........now you know why he isn't getting a Nintendo DS anytime soon. Who needs a fancy video game when you can be happily entertained for hours with a bottle, a discarded lid, and a piece of wire? Why mess with a good thing?<br /><br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5576736414874362066" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><div></div>2011/02/heres-why-my-son-isnt-getting-nintendo.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-867274193561892897Sun, 13 Feb 2011 03:43:00 +00002011-02-12T21:56:29.528-06:00ExerciseGiveaway Winner!<div>I used the random number generator to choose a winner for the <a href="2011/02/reshaping-it-all-book-giveaway.html">Candace Cameron Bure book giveaway</a>. </div><br /><br /><div></div><div>The random number was #34, posted by LT: "PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE!! I struggle with both spiritual and physical fitness. I could definitely benefit from a book like this, plus...Candace Cameron Bure is one of my role models."</div><br /><br /><div>Congratulations, LT! Please email me at <a href="mailto:directress@live.com">directress@live.com</a> with your snail mail address and I'll pop it in the mail to you. </div><br /><br /><div>Thanks to everyone for playing! Best of luck to you on your fitness goals. I am plugging away with my exercise and better eating goals. I used to drink 3 diet sodas every day. Now I am only having a few each week and I'm gradually learning to drink lots more water. I have found that I much prefer cold water to water right from the tap, so I've started keeping a large glass in the frig at all times so I can grab it and drink. I'm also keeping a water bottle in the frig at my work so I drink more water throughout the day. In addition, I'm doing a treadmill workout (using this beginner's running program) about 3 times per week and I'm doing exercise DVDs on the other days, about 3 times per week as well. I have found that exercise DVDs are a great and inexpensive way to fit fitness into a busy schedule since you don't have to go anywhere or be anywhere at a specific time. If you haven't already done so, head over to <a href=" Video</a>. This website features only fitness videos. You can preview every single one of their DVDs right on the website because each title has a short video clip. You can also read the reviews written by other women who have tried the videos. In addition, you can usually find videos here for much less than anywhere else and the selection can't be beat! I recently ordered 4 new DVDs to put into my weekly rotation. Yesterday I did <a href=" Sculpt with Ellen Barrett</a>. I totally loved this workout and still feel a little sore today! The great thing about this DVD is that it is not a strenuous high-impact aerobic workout, yet you still really feel toned and strengthened at the end. I highly recommend it and it has great reviews over at Collage. </div><div> </div><div> </div><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 284px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5573017605713470738" border="0" alt="" src="; /><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>2011/02/giveaway-winner.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-79904592156193169Mon, 07 Feb 2011 21:53:00 +00002011-02-07T15:54:24.978-06:00FaithHappy StuffIf you read nothing else today..................read <a href=";. You won't regret it.2011/02/if-you-read-nothing-else-today.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-7062080775900784378Sat, 05 Feb 2011 23:52:00 +00002011-02-05T18:05:27.225-06:00BooksReshaping It All Book Giveaway<a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 185px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 278px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5570357908957156978" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><div>I can't believe how rarely I am making it over to this space to write posts. Hopefully I will find the time and motivation to write more over here soon. Anyway, a few weeks ago I became aware of this book, written by <a href=" Cameron Bure </a>(of <em>Full House</em> fame for those of you who are old enough, also the sister of Kirk Cameron) and <a href=" Schacht</a>. At the time I read a review of the book our MOPS group was going to have a speaker about fitness and health. On a whim I decided to email Darlene to ask if she would send me a copy to give away at our MOPS meeting. Being the gracious and generous woman she is, she sent me THREE copies: one for MOPS, one to keep and one to give away on this blog. </div><div> </div><div>I read my copy cover to cover in one day. There is a lot of good stuff in this book. What I loved most about it was its focus on the need for spiritual as well as physical fitness. There are many Scripture references in this book which I found to be helpful and thought-provoking. There is also a lot of practical advice and encouragement for living a healthier life. I have already implemented some of the suggestions in this book and have seen results. I have dropped a few pounds already and have started exercising again after a three-month hiatus. Candace and Darlene truly gave me the encouragement and motivation I needed to get back into a healthy lifestyle. Some of the great advice tips I've used so far include: being mindful of how much I am eating (I tend to eat extra servings of food I really love), being mindful of when and why I am eating (I also had gotten into a habit of snacking after my boys were in bed which was adding a lot of calories to my overall consumption each day), and drinking more water. I am a diet soda fiend, so I am still working on this one. </div><div> </div><div>Candace has included several of her favorite healthy recipes in the book. The first week after I read the book I tried (and liked) several of these recipes. </div><div> </div><div>All in all, I whole-heartedly recommend this book. I do not have a lot of weight to lose (hopefully another 5 pounds.....), but I still found it very useful. I am planning to give my "keep" copy to our local library so others can enjoy it. </div><div> </div><div>If you would like to win your very own copy of this book, leave a comment on this post telling what you struggle with most when it comes to either physical or spiritual fitness. I'll keep the giveaway open until Friday, February 11th. Then I'll choose a winner randomly from the comments.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div></div>2011/02/reshaping-it-all-book-giveaway.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)40tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-1897349221998179673Fri, 31 Dec 2010 01:14:00 +00002010-12-30T19:37:17.097-06:00ChristmasSewingChristmas PajamasThis year I made homemade pajamas for the boys to open and wear on Christmas Eve just like I've done the past two years. I ordered the Michael Miller mitten flannel a few months ago, but of course, waited until a few days before Christmas to actually make the pajama pants. They really don't take very long. I think it took me less than 2 hours to make both sets of pants. I had a heck of a time finding plain colored long sleeve t-shirts in any of my local craft stores this year. So I ended up ordering shirts online from <a href=" Shirts</a>. They were pretty reasonably priced even with shipping and arrived VERY quickly, within two days of my online order. I freezer-paper-stenciled the mittens on the shirt to match the mitten flannel of the pants. I bought enough extra flannel to make myself a matching pair of pj pants, but haven't sewn those yet. I will also have to order myself a t-shirt from Jiffy shirts to match. While I'm at it, I'll probably order a few shirts to paint for Valentine's Day. I'm thinking of doing homemade pjs for that as a surprise. We'll see...........<br /><br /><br />Below are photos of the pajamas. My boys knew they were getting these, but didn't know the "theme" this year. My little boy had fun guessing what he thought they would be............his main guess was "presents", but he was WRONG!<br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556648904153197874" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5556648894135973298" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><br />In case you are interested............I just ordered <a href=" FABRIC</a> for next year's pajamas and I'm headed over to Jiffy Shirts to order the t-shirts for Valentine's and next Christmas too!<br /><br /></div><div></div>2010/12/christmas-pajamas.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-8347833903843203750Mon, 06 Dec 2010 05:12:00 +00002010-12-05T23:32:03.250-06:00ChristmasChristmas book activities 2009Fun with childrenStorybook Christmas TreeThis year the boys and I decorated a tree for our local county historical museum's Festival of Trees. Last year for Advent, we read several Christmas story books and made ornaments to go with them. You can see the posts about the books and links to the ornament directions by clicking on "Christmas book activities 2009" on the sidebar of the blog. Since we already had the ornaments made, it was pretty easy to decorate the tree. I bought a white tree at Dollar General for $20, which I thought was a great price. I had also bought some red and tree ornaments from my favorite local thrift store. I made a chain garland with alternating red and green pipe cleaner circles. And I sewed some little Christmas bunting garland too. I used green tulle and red pipe cleaners for the topper. To illustrate the fact that our ornaments correlate with stories, I scanned the covers of all the books and made laminated ornaments out of the scanned images. Then I hung the "book" ornaments next to the ones we made to go with each book.<br /><br /><div align="center">The full-length tree is shown below.</div><br /><div align="center"><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434724864561026" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> Close-up of the topper............<br /></div><div align="center"><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434715487999506" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> Cinnamon gingerbread ornaments............<br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434711380239650" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Green pinecone trees.............<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434701008609570" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Pipe-cleaner trees...........<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434295242784530" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Popsicle stick snowmen (these are my favorite ornaments)............<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434287329228898" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Craft foam Rudolphs............<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434280438642498" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Felt poinsettias on juice can lids.............<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434272497448418" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Craft foam "J" is for Jesus candy canes.........<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547434267796232914" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Felt Santa hats............<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547433654633317938" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Glittery gold popsicle stars..........<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547433644762444130" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Clear "snowflake" ornaments..........<br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547433639832092754" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><div>We placed the actual storybooks around the bottom of the tree.<br /><br /></div><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5547433622032083042" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><div align="left">I'm not sure if we'll decorate a tree every year, but it sure was fun this year. I already have an idea for next year's tree brewing though! I need to start working on ornaments now because the ones I have in mind are hand-sewn from felt. They are REALLY cute!</div><div align="left"> </div><div align="left">We have been to the museum twice to see all the other trees and to vote for our favorites. You can vote for your favorite in the Youth and Adult categories. It cracked me up that my sons picked other favorite trees in the Youth category instead of voting for their own tree! (I totally voted for our tree both times, in case you were wondering!)</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><br /></div>2010/12/storybook-christmas-tree.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-3267949741990288041Mon, 15 Nov 2010 02:58:00 +00002010-11-14T21:12:39.862-06:00Fun with childrenPaper CraftingThanksgivingTurkey Handprint TrivetsToday I decided to try an idea that was brewing in my head. I cleaned my craft room yesterday because there has been some craftiness taking place in that space and it was a mess. When I was cleaning I discovered two white ceramic tiles that I had bought a few months back. I originally had a hand-print Christmas tree trivet in mind. However, when I tried it with acrylic paint on the ceramic tile (from Home Depot) the paint didn't adhere well. So I washed the tile clean and it ended up piled under a bunch of other stuff until yesterday. I needed an idea for my MOPS group blog post, so I decided to do hand-print turkeys using scrapbook paper and Mod Podge. I think they turned out really, really cute.<br /><br /><br /><br />Below you can see most of the supplies used. I traced the boys' hands on the wrong side of some scrapbook paper and cut them out. Instead of doing each "feather" in a different paper, I decided to use a brown plaid paper I really liked for the whole tail. I used my star punch to make feet and a beak (I cut off a star point for the beak) and my heart punch (cut in half) for the wattle. I used a regular size hole punch to punch out an eye. The photo shows everything laid out on the tile before I Mod-Podged it. That's why it looks kind of crooked.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539605915772108882" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><br />The first step was to spread a thin layer of Mod Podge all over the clean, dry tile with a foam brush. Then I laid out the paper pieces and brushed another layer of Mod Podge over the top. After that coat was dry I added stickers to spell each boy's name and the year. Then I put another 2 coats of Mod Podge over the top again to really adhere the stickers. The photo below shows one tile which is mostly dry and the other one still wet. If you try this and have never used Mod Podge, don't worry, it dries clear.<br /><br /><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539605907039664962" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> </div><br /><div>I think these turned out SOOOOO cute. I am so happy with them. I will add little felt circles (like the kind you put under furniture) to the back corners. I think I'll also pick up some little plate easels at Hobby Lobby and display these on a shelf in an upright position. They will be fun to pull out each year. I was barely able to fit my 9 year olds' hand on one, so I'm glad I did it this year. He might be too big next year to do this!<br /><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539605900309774706" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />The photo below shows last year's Thanksgiving hand-print craft. I used fabric paint to do "hand turkeys" of each boy and freezer paper stencilled the words in the middle. The pillow is made out of burlap. <a href="2009/11/give-thanks-pillow.html">CLICK HERE</a> for a link to the post describing this project.<br /><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5539605886018864706" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><div></div></div></div></div>2010/11/turkey-handprint-trivets.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-300430220646836226Mon, 08 Nov 2010 01:53:00 +00002010-11-07T20:07:26.694-06:00FallFun with childrenCute Turkey CandleholdersHello! If any of you are still reading this blog, I apologize for being AWOL for so long. This has been a really hectic fall for our family and for me especially. I took on some extra commitments that are filling a lot of my time. I was just thinking recently that I miss making stuff and posting about it. Today I am sharing a turkey craft that I did with my youngest son on Sunday. I found the idea for this craft on the Family Fun website.<a href="; CLICK HERE</a> for a link to the actual craft. I changed a few things from the one on FF. I did not have wooden beads so I used brown pom-poms for the head of the turkey. I used yellow cardstock for the beaks and red felt for the wattles and googly eyes for the eyes. <br /><br />My little 5 year old took the photo below of me cutting some tissue paper into squares. I thought he did a great job, so I wanted to include it.<br /><br /><br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536992035771386530" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Here are the supplies needed. I bought the clear glass votive holders at Dollar Tree for $1 each. We made five turkeys so we can give them to a few people at our family Thanksgiving dinner. We will keep one for our family, of course! You also need Mod Podge, a foam brush, and tissue paper in fall colors. If you are a local reader of the blog, I found a package of fall-colored tissue paper at Kally's General Store. LOVE that store! <br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536992032746922386" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />I spread a layer of Mod Podge onto the sides and bottom of the votive holder using the foam brush and then my little guy adhered the tissue squares all over it. <br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 240px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 320px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536992024047016274" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Then I covered the whole thing with another layer of Mod Podge and let it dry.<br /><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536992018153398146" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />The final step was adding a pom-pom head, cardstock beak, googly eyes, and a felt wattle using a hot glue gun. Tissue paper strips folded in half and twisted at the bottom were then hot-glued to the back of the votive holder to make a tail. It is hard to tell in the photo, but I put a battery-operated candle inside. It looks really pretty when it's glowing. These are so fun and easy to make. Wouldn't Grandma love to receive one of these on Thanksgiving day........especially if it was handmade by her precious grandchidlren? Of course she would! So go do it!<br /><br /><br /><div><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5536992010278204098" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a> </div></div></div></div>2010/11/cute-turkey-candleholders.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Anonymous)4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3345881995495699750.post-6711578323424033694Mon, 20 Sep 2010 00:46:00 +00002010-09-19T19:58:10.176-05:00FallFun with childrenFall Craft Idea: String a Leaf GarlandI can't believe I haven't posted here for over a month. Needless to say, the beginning of the new school year has been VERY busy for me. Today I wanted to write a quick post to share an idea to do with your children this fall. <br /><br />First, go to Dollar General (or your local dollar store) and buy a package or two of fall silk leaves. Unless you are planning to make a HUGE garland, one package should be plenty.<br /><br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518791347401194210" border="0" alt="" src="; /></a><br />Now get some pretty fall ribbon and cut it to the length you want for your garland. If you are doing this with young children, I would recommend using only a 2-3 foot length. If you are making a garland that you will hang up you can skip the next step. However, I wanted to make one as a stringing activity to put in my Montessori classroom. Since it would be used over and over by many children, I folded over the ends of my ribbon and sewed a button over the fold. This will make it sturdier for little hands to string and will prevent the end of the ribbon from fraying.<br /><br /><br /><a href=" style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 320px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 240px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5518791341729430466" border="0" alt="" src="


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The Project Bin will be offering a FREE make-and-take at their table (pictured) featuring a brand new set. They have a show special - buy one set/get a second at 50% off.<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="; width="320" /></a></div> <br /> This year, 50% of the proceeds will benefit the "She has a dream" project under the direction of New Community Project.&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="709" data-original-width="455" height="640" src="; width="409" /></a></div> We understand health concerns, so we hope you will use your best judgement.&nbsp; But, we will be here with clean hands and warm hearts to share in our love for this hobby and for each other!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2020/03/3rd-annual-stamp-and-scrap-yardsale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-5686027659057955545Fri, 10 May 2019 21:00:00 +00002019-05-10T17:01:16.128-04:00Tempting Pictures!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1386" data-original-width="1600" height="277" src="; width="320" /></a></div> Are you getting excited?&nbsp; The 2nd Annual Stamp and Scrap Yardsale is less than a month away now - Saturday, June 8 from 9 am - 1 pm.&nbsp; Here is a tiny, tiny sampling of the awesome supplies we have for you - all at incredible prices!<br /> <br /> First off, who doesn't love Magenta?&nbsp; So classy, and great for coloring!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1327" data-original-width="1600" height="265" src="; width="320" /></a></div> This really is just a fraction of the Memory Box dies we have available.&nbsp; Plan to get here at 9!&nbsp; You are going to need the time to browse everything we, and all the other vendors, have.&nbsp; Don't worry - we'll have concessions on site so you don't need to leave to refuel.&nbsp; Keep on shopping!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="1600" height="240" src="; width="320" /></a></div> &nbsp;Awwwww, Rosie's Roadshow!&nbsp; Again, just a drop in the bucket!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1320" data-original-width="1600" height="263" src="; width="320" /></a></div> And, we have a huge selection of the original Stamping Bella stamps.&nbsp; If you are a collector, and you got started late, we are here to help!<br /> <br /> As I mentioned, we have more than 2 dozen other vendors as well!&nbsp; If you were thinking about getting a table, but haven't told me yet, please get in touch ASAP.&nbsp; We have opened a second room, and we do have a few spaces still available.<br /> <br /> Hope to see you there!<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span id="goog_495271766"></span><span id="goog_495271767"></span></div> <div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2019/05/tempting-pictures.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-7241769089504106877Sun, 28 Apr 2019 14:44:00 +00002019-04-28T10:44:09.217-04:002nd Annual Stamp and Scrap Yardsale<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="448" data-original-width="1212" height="118" src="; width="320" /></a></div> <pre>Greetings, friends and fellow crafters! By popular demand, we will be hosting our 2nd Annual Happy Stamper Stamp &amp; Scrap Yard Sale! Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for some yardsale bargains and shopping fun! Plus, you will be supporting a great cause! <b>When: Saturday, June 8 from 9 am - 1 pm</b> <b>Where: Nokesville Church of the Brethren (13002 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville, VA) </b> You may remember last year, the Nokesville Church of the Brethren, where Angela serves as full-time lead pastor, was in dire need of some major maintenance projects (including a new roof, re-paving the parking lot, a new boiler, new windows and more!). We are pleased to report that, through a great deal of fundraising last year - of which so many of you were a part - we have completed the roofing and windows projects (55 new windows were installed!!!), as well as installed new flooring in the entryway. But, we are still raising funds for the new parking lot and boilers - and plus, we really enjoyed being together and SHOPPING! So, let's do it again!!! Here's how you can help: 1. Save the date and plan to attend. There is no admission charge, and there will be lots of fabulous bargains and grab bags for sale! These are some great items from the companies you know and love, including gently used items from Design Team Members. Cash and checks only, so come prepared. 2. Perhaps you want to rent a table and sell your stash! This is an excellent way to get rid of items that are no longer your style (your trash is someone else’s treasure), and make room in your craft area for more new favorites! Tables rent for a $25.00 donation (checks made payable to the church). Price all of your own merchandise, sell at your own table and keep what you make (or, make an additional donation to the church, if you wish). There are 25 spaces indoors, and once those are gone, we will begin selling spaces outside - rain or shine. Reserve yours by emailing Angela (<a class="" href="; ) today! 3. Or, if you don’t want to bother with a table but still want to clear out your craft space, you can simply donate the items you wish to get rid of and all proceeds will go to the church maintenance fund. We will price and sell your supplies, and the church will get the money. We will make several drop-off times available in the previous shop parking lot (in Herndon) so that we can have your donations in plenty of time to price them and so you won’t have to drive to Nokesville to make your donation. ***The FIRST drop-off date is Saturday, April 27 from 2:00 - 3:30 PM*** 4. There will be concessions on-site. All money raised through the sale of concessions will go to the church. So, you are welcome to eat – or, you can bring food to donate to the concessions sales or even work a portion of the time in the kitchen/concession stand as a contribution, if you wish. 5. As you know, we always had a community outreach component to our Open Houses, so while this entire event serves as community outreach, we did want to make available the opportunity to support the Blessings Box – our outreach to families in need in the Nokesville area. If you’d like to participate in that, simply bring any of the following items with you to the event on June 8: laundry detergent, dishwashing soap, baby wipes (all of which can be picked up for a buck at Dollar Tree), and diapers in all sizes. We will be donating any items that don’t sell by the end of the day to the Herndon Senior Center, the Mansassas Senior Center, the Blue Ridge Christian Home, and the Nokesville Church of the Brethren Rainbow Preschool. If you want more information on how to reserve your space or donate items, please respond to Angela at <a class="" href=";. We are grateful for the opportunity to continue our community and look forward to seeing you this summer! Fondly, Angela</pre> <br /><div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2019/04/2nd-annual-stamp-and-scrap-yardsale.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-1134378284949381757Wed, 26 Sep 2018 19:02:00 +00002018-09-26T15:41:37.567-04:00Art Anthologyart impressionsHeartfelt CreationsNokesville Church of the BrethrenA Day of Crafty Fun! Saturday, September 29<br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="233" data-original-width="244" height="190" src="; width="200" /></a></div> <br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><u><b>Stamping and Shopping with Steven</b></u><br />Saturday, September 29</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">We hope you plan to join us as artist Steven Zeigler leads a series of 3 workshops at the <a href="; target="_blank">Nokesville Church of the Brethren</a>.&nbsp; Take one as your schedule allows, or make a day of it!&nbsp; Following each workshop, there will be a <b>"Pop-Up" Store</b> where you can shop for the merchandise used in each class. You won't want to miss it!&nbsp; Class fees include cost of supplies, and all other proceeds from these workshops benefit the Major Maintenance campaign of the church.</span><br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><a href="; imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="681" data-original-width="373" height="320" src="; width="175" /></a></span></div> <u><span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><b>Welcome&nbsp;(Back)&nbsp;to&nbsp;Watercoloring!</b>&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></u><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Class&nbsp;Fee*:&nbsp;&nbsp;$45.00&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">9:30&nbsp;AM&nbsp;to&nbsp;12:00&nbsp;PM&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Join Steven as we learn (or revisit) watercoloring the Art Impressions way!&nbsp; Art Impressions has designed a fun and easy way to watercolor using stamps and markers to produce a finished watercolor project that will amaze your friends and family!&nbsp; This class is great for first-timers, as well as others who may have taken an Art Impressions' Watercolor class before (either at the store or at a convention) and need a refresher!&nbsp; In this class, we will start off with basic watercoloring techniques and then move on to complete four projects that you can turn into cards, pictures, scrapbook layouts, or other projects later on!</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">This is a technique class, and we will go at a steady pace to ensure we finish the projects but also ensure that questions are answered, and we master the basics.&nbsp; <b>Supplies to Bring</b>:&nbsp; No supplies necessary for this class!&nbsp; (<b>Please note</b>:&nbsp; Class kits are provided directly by Art Impressions.&nbsp; Pictures represent a sample of what you will make in class, but class projects may be different depending on the class kit offerings by Art Impressions at the time of the class.)&nbsp;</span><br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="491" data-original-width="395" height="320" src="; width="257" /></a></div> <u><b><span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">"Art Is Love" Mixed Media Canvas</span></b></u><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Class Fee*:&nbsp; $35.00</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">1:00 PM to 2:00 PM</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Have you ever wanted to learn about mixed media but didn't know where to start?&nbsp; Or maybe you're a mixed media fanatic and you're looking for new techniques, products to try, or just want to complete a fun canvas!&nbsp; Join Steven as we delve into the world of mixed media using products by Art Anthology to create an "Art is Love" canvas.&nbsp; You'll get an opportunity to play with some of Art Anthology's latest products, including its new dimensional medium line "Shine," as well as Velvets, Rust Effects, Coloration Sprays, Mud, and stencils!&nbsp; No mixed media experience necessary, just an open mind to have fun, experiment, and walk away with a great finished 8" x 10" canvas!&nbsp; <b>Supplies to Bring</b>:&nbsp; Black Sharpie marker, baby wipes (or equivalent) and apron (or wear old clothes).&nbsp; Heat gun and disposable gloves are recommended, but not required.</span><br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="648" data-original-width="417" height="320" src="; width="205" /></a></div> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><b>Heartfelt Creations "Flowers and Fun" Class</b></span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Class Fee*:&nbsp; $35.00&nbsp;</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">3:00 PM to 4:00 PM</span><br /> <br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Heartfelt Creations has brought us some truly amazing projects featuring 3-D flowers!&nbsp; Now, they have made it even easier with their 3-D shaping molds!&nbsp; Come join Steven as he talks about the entire Heartfelt Creations line, including product collections and other products, while we make three beautiful cards featuring 3-D flowers using Heartfelt Creations' new 3-D shaping molds.&nbsp; Using these molds, you'll be a "flower shaping" expert in no time and can begin to add these amazing effects to your cards, scrapbook layouts, or other projects that are sure to wow family and friends! Supplies to Bring:&nbsp; Dry adhesive, such as a tape runner; wet adhesive, such as Art Glitter Dries Clear glue or Tombow Glue; 3-D pop dots.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">*Your Class Fee includes the cost of supplies and an instructor fee.&nbsp; For this "Day of Crafty Fun", Steven is donating his entire instructor fee to Nokesville Church of the Brethren.&nbsp; Thank you for registering and supporting Nokesville Church of the Brethren!</span><br /> <br /> <u><b><span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">How To Register</span></b></u><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">To register, please visit the following link:&nbsp; <a href="; </span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Please fill out the Google Form to register for classes and order optional pre-order items.&nbsp; Please make sure the email address you use in your response is correct.&nbsp; Upon submission, you will receive a confirmation of your form submission.&nbsp; You will receive an invoice for your class deposit and any optional pre-order items that you ordered within 3 business days.&nbsp; Payment can be made via that invoice by credit or debit card.&nbsp; You are fully registered, and your seat is confirmed, once payment is received.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><b>Cancellations</b>:&nbsp; If you need to cancel after you have registered and paid, please email Steven at stevenlovesstamping@gmail.com.&nbsp; You may cancel and receive a refund of your class deposit until September 14, 2018.&nbsp; After September 14, your class deposit is non-refundable, but you may transfer your seat to another participant.</span><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <u><b><span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">About Steven</span></b></u><br /> <span style="font-family: &quot;arial&quot; , &quot;helvetica&quot; , sans-serif;">Steven began his journey as a papercrafter by learning, using, and falling in love with Copic markers (back before they were popular with papercrafters!)&nbsp; Around 2011, as more and more papercrafters began using Copic markers, Steven was introduced to the world of papercrafting, including stamping, cardmaking, scrapbooking, and mixed media.&nbsp; Now an avid papercrafter, Steven enjoys teaching others his passion through classroom instruction, e-learning, and on-site learning at scrapbooking conventions and expos.&nbsp; In his free-time, Steven enjoys cardmaking and scrapbooking with friends, visiting papercrafting stores and scrapbooking conventions, and <u>collecting paper</u> (after all, isn't that all of our hobbies?)!</span><div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2018/08/a-day-of-crafty-fun-saturday-september.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-7573207804544397088Wed, 05 Sep 2018 13:46:00 +00002018-09-05T09:46:00.472-04:00bookbindingthings to do in Northern VirginiaBeginning Bookbinding WorkshopWe are so excited that we still can enjoy being a part of the community we've enjoyed for 15 years now.&nbsp; We have two opportunities this month to "get your crafty on," and we hope you'll make time for yourself to try something new!<br /> <br /> If you never tried bookbinding before, don't miss this opportunity to join Angela in historic Brentsville for this beginner's class.&nbsp; You'll be sitting in a one-room school house that was built in 1929 on the foundation of the former Prince William County Clerk's office that was destroyed during the Civil War.&nbsp; Don't worry - it has air conditioning!!!!!<br /> <br /> Enjoy this brush with history while you practice an ancient art form.&nbsp; Only a few spaces are left. <br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="742" height="320" src="; width="247" /></a></div> Then, see the post below for a day of workshops taking place at Nokesville Church of the Brethren on September 29.&nbsp; We truly hope to see you there!<br />&nbsp; <div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2018/09/beginning-bookbinding-workshop.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-7057041380484448659Mon, 28 May 2018 14:31:00 +00002018-05-28T10:31:36.477-04:00Less than two weeks away!!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="448" data-original-width="1212" height="118" src="; width="320" /></a></div> The big event is almost here!!!&nbsp; We hope you are planning to join us on <b>Saturday, June 9 </b>between<b> 9 am - 3 pm</b> for the most incredible crafting yard sale ever!&nbsp; Remember, this event is at <i><b>Nokesville Church of the Brethren, 13002 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville, VA</b></i>.&nbsp; It is right off 28 - easy to find!<br /> <br /> We know how much you've missed shopping, free make-and-takes and Laura's classes, and so we have all three - the trifecta!<br /> <br /> <u><b>Make-and-Take </b></u><br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1334" height="320" src="; width="266" /></a></div> This is the stunning FREE make-and-take project, sponsored by Denise Stork, the owner of <a href="; target="_blank">The Project Bin stamps</a> (visit her website to see all her amazing products!)&nbsp; The make-and-take will begin at 9 and will be available all day (while supplies last).&nbsp; In addition, Denise will have a trunk show of her stamps and dies - and a yard sale special!&nbsp; Purchase one of her sets and receive the second at 50% off!<br /> <br /> <u><b>Shopping</b></u><br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1330" data-original-width="1600" height="266" src="; width="320" /></a></div> In addition to our own tables and the Project Bin station, we have <u><b>26 other vendors</b></u>!&nbsp; I truly believe we will have more to choose from than we did at the shop - and that's saying something!&nbsp; I have been working since April to sort all the fabulous donations people have provided - many of the things are brand new!<br /> <br /> We have stamps and dies from all your favorite companies:&nbsp; Hero Arts, Memory Box, Impression Obsession, Alte New, Concord &amp; 9th, Penny Black and more!&nbsp;<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1598" data-original-width="1600" height="319" src="; width="320" /></a></div> I will have a table full of tools and another for storage items!&nbsp; There are Big Shot and Cuttlebug machines, Cricuts, Rollabind and Cinch bookmaking tools, punches galore and lots of different paper trimmer options!&nbsp; (4 rooms in my house are completely full of items!)&nbsp; And, don't get me started on all the card stock and 12x12 designer paper we have!!!<br /> <br /> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1569" height="320" src="; width="313" /></a></div> And, sometimes it's fun to be surprised!&nbsp; So, we have tremendous grab bags!&nbsp; Each one contains between $50-65 worth of merchandise for only <u><b>$5.00</b></u>!&nbsp; And, they are all marked with a theme:&nbsp; Christmas, Fall, Floral, French/Paris, Summer and so on.&nbsp; <br /> <br /> <u><b>Classes</b></u><br /> <br /> Laura is offering her ever-popular <i><b>10 in 10 class</b></i> featuring all the latest designs from Memory Box and Impression Obsession.&nbsp; The first class is from <a href="; target="_blank">9:30 - 11:30 am </a>and then she will offer it again from <a href="; target="_blank">1:00 - 3:00 pm</a>.&nbsp; We've had a couple cancellations, so there are just a very few spots available in each of the classes.&nbsp; Click the links for more info, or simply contact her at <span class="bodyText">stampjournal@gmail.com to reserve your spot.</span><br /> <span class="bodyText"><br /></span> <u><b><span class="bodyText">More Details</span></b></u><br /> <span class="bodyText"><br /></span> <span class="bodyText">1.&nbsp; We (and the other vendors) are not able to accept credit cards, so please bring cash and/or checks for your purchases.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /> <span class="bodyText"><br /></span> <span class="bodyText">2.&nbsp; You may also want to bring your own bags.&nbsp; We have some at our tables, but not all vendors may have them, so plan ahead.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br /> <span class="bodyText"><br /></span> <span class="bodyText">3.&nbsp; There is SO MUCH to see that you may need the entire day!&nbsp; Therefore, we do have concessions on site - and all of the money from your concession purchases goes towards the Major Maintenance campaign for the church.</span><br /> <br /> <span class="bodyText">4.&nbsp; Community Outreach - As you know, we have always had outreach as a part of our Open Houses, so we wanted to make that available to you as well.&nbsp; We will be collecting for our <a href="; target="_blank">Blessings Box program</a>, which you can visit while you're here.&nbsp; We are in desperate need of Laundry Detergent, Dishwashing Soap (and the Dollar Store brands are great, so you can get a lot of bang for your buck (literally) if you shop there) and toothbrushes.&nbsp; </span><br /> <br /> If you think of any other questions, please don't hesitate to let me know at angela@ahappystamper.com.<br /> <br /> We are really looking forward to connecting with you all again!&nbsp; See you there!<div class="blogger-post-footer">Angela's Happy Stamper 208 Elden St. Suite 203 Herndon, VA 20170 (703) 657-2952 </div>2018/05/less-than-two-weeks-away.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Angela)0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-699260312132014912.post-5242453646040265651Sat, 07 Apr 2018 19:54:00 +00002018-04-07T15:54:24.553-04:00Happy Stamper Yard Sale/Fundraiser/Reunion<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> <a href="; imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="144" data-original-width="468" height="98" src="; width="320" /></a></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> We are so excited to the initial response we received from our invitation to join us for some stamping and shopping fun!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp;&nbsp; </span>We hope you are planning to attend.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>It will be a great chance to shop for Stamping &amp; Scrapping yardsale bargains, support a great cause and reunite with the Happy Stamper family.</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">When:</b> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Saturday, June 9 from 9 am – 3 pm</b></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Where: Nokesville Church of the Brethren (13002 Fitzwater Drive, Nokesville, VA)&nbsp;</b></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">What: Stamping &amp; Scrapbooking Yard Sale!</b><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Angela, Harriett, Deb and Susan will be here!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>In addition, the lovely Laura will offer her fabulous <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">10 in 10 workshop</b> twice so that as many of you can attend as possible.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Plus, Denise Stork, owner of <u><b>The Project Bin Stamps</b></u>, will be here with a FREE make-and-take and “yardsale special”.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Buy one of her items at full price and get one 50% off!</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> Updates!</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> We sold all the indoor tables and have added some outdoor tables as well.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>There will be Stamping &amp; Scrapping deals as far as the eye can see!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>You really won’t want to miss this – especially if you miss getting to hold the merchandise and “smell the stamps”!</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> If you want to donate some items to be sold at the sale, the first drop-off date is <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Saturday, April 21</b> from 10am-12pm in the parking lot of where the store used to be: 208 Elden Street in Herndon.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Angela will be there those two hours to visit and pick up your treasures.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>All the proceeds from the sale will benefit the church’s major renovation projects, so we are happy to send you proof of donation for tax purposes, if you’d like one.&nbsp;</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> There are still a few spots left in Laura’s 10 in 10 classes featuring the latest in Impression Obsession and Memory Box products.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>The morning class is from 9:30 – 11:30 am, and the encore class is in the afternoon, from 1:00 – 3:00.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>The class is $35 and<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"> </b>you can register by sending Laura an email at <span class="bodytext"><a href="mailto:stampjournal@gmail.com">stampjournal@gmail.com</a>.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Remember, this class is at Nokesville Church of the Brethren, so plan your travel time accordingly.</span></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <span class="bodytext">If you’d like to read the original announcement that has even more details, please visit our website at <a href="; <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> We truly hope many of you can join us for a reunion out in Nokesville!<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>We have missed seeing you and the community we’ve shared!</div> <div class="MsoNormal"> <br /></div> <div class="MsoNormal"> Fondly,<br /> Angela and the Happy Stampers</div> <!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <o:OfficeDocumentSettings> <o:AllowPNG/> </o:OfficeDocumentSettings> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:TrackMoves/> <w:TrackFormatting/> <w:PunctuationKerning/> <w:ValidateAgainstSchemas/> <w:SaveIfXMLInvalid>false</w:SaveIfXMLInvalid> <w:IgnoreMixedContent>false</w:IgnoreMixedContent> <w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText>false</w:AlwaysShowPlaceholderText> <w:DoNotPromoteQF/> <w:LidThemeOther>EN-US</w:LidThemeOther> <w:LidThemeAsian>X-NONE</w:LidThemeAsian> <w:LidThemeComplexScript>X-NONE</w:LidThemeComplexScript> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables/> <w:SnapToGridInCell/> <w:WrapTextWithPunct/> <w:UseAsianBreakRules/> <w:DontGrowAutofit/> <w:SplitPgBreakAndParaMark/> <w:EnableOpenTypeKerning/> <w:DontFlipMirrorIndents/> <w:OverrideTableStyleHps/> </w:Compatibility> <m:mathPr> <m:mathFont m:val="Cambria Math"/> <m:brkBin m:val="before"/> <m:brkBinSub m:val="&#45;-"/> <m:smallFrac m:val="off"/> <m:dispDef/> <m:lMargin m:val="0"/> <m:rMargin m:val="0"/> <m:defJc m:val="centerGroup"/> <m:wrapIndent m:val="1440"/> <m:intLim m:val="subSup"/> <m:naryLim m:val="undOvr"/> </m:mathPr></w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:LatentStyles DefLockedState="false" DefUnhideWhenUsed="true" DefSemiHidden="true" DefQFormat="false" DefPriority="99" LatentStyleCount="267"> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="0" SemiHidden="false" UnhideWhenUsed="false" QFormat="true" Name="Normal"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" SemiHidden="false" UnhideWhenUsed="false" QFormat="true" Name="heading 1"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" QFormat="true" Name="heading 2"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" QFormat="true" Name="heading 3"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" QFormat="true" Name="heading 4"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" QFormat="true" Name="heading 5"/> <w:LsdException Locked="false" Priority="9" QFormat="true" Name="heading

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