Archives for: December 2008

'Twas the Night Before Christmas

This is my Christmas poem from last year. It's a tradition in our family to write one every year. And no, I haven't gotten this year's poem done yet! I hope all of you have a happy holiday! 'Twas the night before Christmas, when all through the hous… more »

Birthday Cards - NOT

I made a couple birthday cards to get into the mail today. They are for two teenagers of the male variety and try as I might, I'm not sure I came up with anything that they won't look at and think "how lame". You know how teenagers can be! I would sho… more »

Leftover Gift Wrap

In these holiday cards, I used some leftover gift wrap. It's a shiny red and gold and I thought it would look great on a card. I'm also keeping the canceled Christmas stamps that are coming in on the cards we're receiving. Living up to my name! more »

It's Almost Here

Christmas is almost here! I can tell, because I'm receiving lots of cards to hang on my door and lots of goodies to tuck under my tree! I've got some beautiful, handmade cards from some special people - obviously there are those who have it togethe… more »

A Bit of This and That

I am to the point where I am walking around with that "deer in the headlights" look on my face. I have missed all of my Christmas deadlines, I am creating nothing - not even Christmas cards or gifts (hence the deadline missing, above), and my studio look… more »