2011 calendar sneak peek

I dragged my feet long enough with next year's calendar. It almost got to the point that I thought I wasn't going to design a new one. But inspiration finally hit and I couldn't be any happier. I'll be unveiling the whole thing on Monday.



Friday Tidbit
For those of you that haven't seen them... Head on over to the Decor8 and Oh So Beautiful Paper for great calendar round ups. It's one of the things I look forward to every year. There are so, so many great designs.

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Thank you for all your sweet comments on my latest The Basics post. Sometimes I wonder if I should continue the series, because it may be too basic, but I guess some of you are getting some use out of it. That makes it all worth it for me. I'll keep the posts coming.

Have a great weekend everyone!

the basics - envelope sizes

I've been working with stationery for a long time but for some reason I still have the need to check and double check envelope sizes—they simply don't stick in my mind. I made this little sheet and I thought that it may be a good one to share. It can be printed and left as is, or cut out and kept in a handy spot. It's self-explanatory but if you have any questions, be sure to let me know.

Download the sheet here.

I apologize to those of you that use the metric system. I didn't include that information here because I don't normally work with it and I'd be worried about passing on the wrong information. In all honesty I wish we did use the metric system here. It just makes so much more sense!

black & white

For the past three or four years I've been designing the invitation for the kids' school Casino Night fundraiser. The Black & White theme and white origami cranes that will be used for decorations inspired the invitation illustration. If you'll take a close look you'll notice that I used some hearts, spades, diamonds and clubs as leaves for tree. See them?



I'll be working on a large tiered chandelier that I've never attempted before so I hope it goes well. If the project is successful I'll be sure to post a how-to and some photos. Wish me luck!

renewal

I'm back! Last week I was really busy getting things ready for a short absence. I was busy catching with some work and because I have a thing about leaving everything spic-and-span when I leave town (alone or with the family) . I can't leave in peace if I know I'll be coming back to a mess.



On Thursday, I left for a four day retreat. I was part of the team that organized the women's retreat for our church. To say that the weekend was wonderful is a huge understatement. I was surrounded by 80 amazing women and on a gorgeous property full of lush gardens.

I did miss my Mr. and two angels a lot, but there's a lot to be said about getting away from everything for a bit. If you ever have the opportunity to do something similar—do it!

Now back to our regularly scheduled blog posts...

Happy Monday!