Exploding Envelopes Part 2..

We are doing the exploding envelopes box this morning on Ustream with faux-made envelopes...come join us! We are starting at 9:30 am Pacific time. CLICK HERE to go directly to my channel!

Laura

Exploding Envelopes Class Tonight!

I rescheduled the Life's a Picnic Class to next weekend so this morning I came up with a new project for class tonight...my take on the classic exploding box...made with envelopes!!







Here's what you will need:

(8) #10 envelopes (the standard long ones) in either one or two colors
(4) smaller envelopes such as coin envelopes
12" x 12" coordinating card stock for box construction
Patterned paper to cover envelopes (5-6 sheets of 12 x 12 or equivalent)
Coordinating card stock for tags



Class will start at 7pm Pacific Time. CLICK HERE to go directly to my Ustream channel

See you tonight!

Laura

Fun Day! Sunny Day!

It's been a gorgeous day here in the Northwest!! We spent the afternoon on a nearby lake catching some sunshine and water fun! Everyone got a little sunburned!!



That's Mount Rainier in the background



Trev and Sarah on the 'tube!

I've also got the Life's a Picnic Mini Album kits up. They will be ready to ship on Monday. The patterns are also up for PRE-ORDER. They will ship via email on Tuesday, the 27th.



CLICK HERE to go directly to my Etsy store.

Enjoy your week!!!

Laura

Watch Me Grow! Ustream class tonight...

Join me on Ustream at 7 pm Pacific time (see sidebar for the time in your area) for the Watch Me Grow! class. CLICK HERE to go directly to my channel. We will get started with the project tonight and finish up in the morning at 9:30 am Pacific time. Can't make it for the LIVE show?...both parts will be recorded so you can watch at your convenience.



The patterns with dimensions and directions are available at my Etsy shop: http://followthepapertrail.etsy.com Order before 6pm Pacific time for delivery before class.

See you tonight!

Laura

What's Up Wednesday! 7/22/10: Grunge Paper Neck Pouch!

This is a fun and USEFUL pouch that I have made out of quilted fabric for years...now I've "updated" it into Tim Holtz Grunge Paper! This is a perfect way to carry your ID, a little cash or credit/debit cards at a crop, retreat or scrapping convention! Add color and decorate to suit your style.



Here are the dimensions to cut your Grunge Paper:



Have an awesome week!!

Laura

The "Gift" that keeps on giving.....

Well, she struck again! Yeah...the lady that stole my wallet...this time she stole $2200 from our checking account on Friday! GASP! About had heart failure! With a withdrawal slip, a stolen check (from another victim I assume), my ID and a drive up teller, she withdrew $1000 and cashed the $1200 stolen check (which had a stop payment on it so we know it was stolen). So, long story short, I got to spend the day yesterday at the credit union getting that all straightened out. How fun....NOT! There may be a break however. While I was at the credit union, she had the NERVE to try again!!! Only this time there were security FLAGS all over our account and the astute teller stalled while they tried to alert authorities. She must have realized that they were on to her cuz it was taking so long, and she drove off. They do have my ID back, (hopefully with finger prints) and they have the make and model and license plate number of the car! Cross your fingers!!! We have a "3 strikes you're out" law here in Washington. Here's hoping that she has two convictions!!! I'll keep you posted...

I am still working on the flower and Duet album instructions. The weekend was a bust work-wise. I was somewhat flattened with my allergies. I felt like someone was trying to pull my eyes out through me ears. I had to take the big guns medicine which helps some, but also make me feel as if my brain is about 3" to the right of the rest of my head. Not really conducive to feeling creative!!!

Today, I will get back on track and try to make up for lost time! THE social event of the summer is also fast approaching....Sarah's 10th BIRTHDAY is on August 4th. Oh my! My baby is turning DOUBLE DIGETS! Where does the time go!!!!! Fortunately, she likes small, intimate parties over huge groups of screaming giggling girls....the volume will be loud enough with just 6!! She is going with an ICE CREAM theme this year...should be fun! We are planning an Ice Cream Sundae bar, and Ice Cream Cake, and Ice Cream cone shaped pinita and of course a bit of swimming and TONS of giggles!. Load um up with sugar and send um home!!!

Off to work...lots to do...
See you tomorrow for What's Up Wednesday's fun project. I've been making these for YEARS out of fabric. Now for some grunge paper....


Laura

Flower Power!

Wow, Ustream was giving us fits tonight!!! I am sorry that so many of you had problems getting booted out or seeing but not hearing, or hearing but not seeing....I wish I was more technically oriented so I knew if there was a way to "fix" it!! The video seems to be working fine..I checked from my computer and from my husbands. I will be putting together a written tutorial with photo's...hopefully by Monday. Thank you all for your support and patience!!

Laura