[AnnBK]

Well, bummer! DH just showed me the worn elbows of his favorite Pendleton shirt and asked me to put some patches on them. That means I'll have to make a trip to Joann's tomorrow and walk right through their extensive craft section. I don't know if I can keep my eyes (and fingers) on task or not!

[CRS]

That's a shame, Ann! Try to be strong!!

[Bride]

Do we like glitter?? Oh my goodness, yes we do, Oh Glitter Goddess!!

[Florida granny]

CRS, on 14 January 2013 - 09:36 AM, said:

Diane, this might be dangerous, but try walking around the craft store...Michael's has Valentine displays set up! Or, do a search in the boutique for hearts!

I'm taking your advice, Carla, and heading for Michael's today. And a new JoAnn's just opened across the street from it, so I might have to stop there, too, to see if they have any patches for Ann's hubby' shirt, in case she doesn't find any. (wink wink).

[AnnBK]

Florida granny said:

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CRS said:

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Diane, this might be dangerous, but try walking around the craft store...Michael's has Valentine displays set up! Or, do a search in the boutique for hearts!

I'm taking your advice, Carla, and heading for Michael's today. And a new JoAnn's just opened across the street from it, so I might have to stop there, too, to see if they have any patches for Ann's hubby' shirt, in case she doesn't find any. (wink wink).

It's so great having friends to help you out! I went and conquered....escaped with the patch material and two glitter gel pens, only because they didn't have any more!

[MariJ]

Good for you, Ann - good going..
My "new technique" isn't coming out as I'd hoped so far. GRRrrrr... Might have to make a left turn, or maybe an about-face right now...
I'll keep trying - at least we only have to make 9, right? I so wanted it to work..

[CRS]

My idea isn't coming out as I hoped, either. I'm going to try to change the paper and see if that helps.

A brand new craft store? How fabulous!! What a cool place to visit!

[AnnBK]

Last night I watched the glue dry, tonight I'm watching the glitter dry. They're all done and ready to package up! I don't know if I'll get them into the mail tomorrow, but will for sure on Tuesday. I hope you all like them!

[CRS]

Way to go, Ann!! I have to revisit my idea and see if I can get it to work!

[AnnBK]

Oh, and if there's another round of this swap, I'm going to buy stock in Michaels and Joanns!

[CRS]

Those craft stores are gold mines, aren't they?

[AnnBK]

Well, of course they won't go into the mail today....it's a postal holiday! Tomorrow for sure. They are all packaged up and ready to go!

[CRS]

Do you know how many times I looked at the clock today and wondered if the mail was here yet? It didn't dawn on me that it was a holiday until about 5 pm! Glad I didn't actually go out to the mailbox! I asked the girls to get the mail for me and they knew right away it wasn't coming!

[AnnBK]

Well, DH would disagree with you about those craft stores being gold mines...he sees them as money pits! He just doesn't understand!

And, mine officially went into the mail today!! PLEASE let me know when they arrive, I always kind of hold my breath until the USPS comes through.

[MariJ]

CRS, on 20 January 2013 - 10:14 PM, said:

Way to go, Ann!! I have to revisit my idea and see if I can get it to work!

I revisited my idea today Carla and even had a consultation/help in technique so things are looking up and I'm feeling a bit more positive now.
Back to try again....
And Ann - I am in awe of you finished already.

[CRS]

I will definitely let you know when they arrive, Ann! Can't wait to see them!!

[CRS]

The first cards have arrived! I opened them up and Lauren asked who they were from....I told her Ann in Oregon. She said "Oh, Ann always does beautiful work" and my mom is here and said they were gorgeous, too! So, just wait til you all get to see these!!!!!

[AnnBK]

And I guess you heard that big exhale!!! What a relief to know they arrived.

[CRS]

I heard it! There wasn't a single scratch on the envelope!

[MariJ]

CRS, on 26 January 2013 - 05:48 PM, said:

The first cards have arrived! I opened them up and Lauren asked who they were from....I told her Ann in Oregon. She said "Oh, Ann always does beautiful work" and my mom is here and said they were gorgeous, too! So, just wait til you all get to see these!!!!!

Carla, I'm so glad you're opening and giving us teaser previews - that's always so much fun...

[Sherry Lynn]

MariJ, on 24 January 2013 - 07:34 PM, said:

CRS, on 20 January 2013 - 10:14 PM, said:

Way to go, Ann!! I have to revisit my idea and see if I can get it to work!

I revisited my idea today Carla and even had a consultation/help in technique so things are looking up and I'm feeling a bit more positive now.
Back to try again....
And Ann - I am in awe of you finished already.

Hey I didn't know there was a consultant available for us --- please share the number --- is it 1-800-SG'sHybridATCHelp? LOL

[Sherry Lynn]

CRS, on 26 January 2013 - 05:48 PM, said:

The first cards have arrived! I opened them up and Lauren asked who they were from....I told her Ann in Oregon. She said "Oh, Ann always does beautiful work" and my mom is here and said they were gorgeous, too! So, just wait til you all get to see these!!!!!

Aren't kids absolutely adorable --- I agree with Lauren Ann always DOES beautiful work!

[CRS]

Lauren is very opinionated, so if she likes it, she really does!

I need to sit and work on my cards. Had a busy weekend with Mom here!

[teecee]

Sherry Lynn, on 27 January 2013 - 05:21 AM, said:

CRS, on 26 January 2013 - 05:48 PM, said:

The first cards have arrived! I opened them up and Lauren asked who they were from....I told her Ann in Oregon. She said "Oh, Ann always does beautiful work" and my mom is here and said they were gorgeous, too! So, just wait til you all get to see these!!!!!

Aren't kids absolutely adorable --- I agree with Lauren Ann always DOES beautiful work!

I agree too - Ann's creations are always beautiful!

[AnnBK]

AW, Shucks, guys! Thanks...these were a lot of fun to make...hope you all like them. I may have to think up another design to work on just to pass the time while I wait for the rest of you to finish.

[Florida granny]

Ooohhhh.... I can't wait to see the cards! I hauled home a bunch of stuff from the craft stores (well, you never know when that stuff might come in handy, right?) and I finally have an inspiration. Now to get to work!

By the way, sign me up for the consultation!

[MariJ]

Sherry Lynn, on 27 January 2013 - 05:19 AM, said:

MariJ, on 24 January 2013 - 07:34 PM, said:

CRS, on 20 January 2013 - 10:14 PM, said:

Way to go, Ann!! I have to revisit my idea and see if I can get it to work!

I revisited my idea today Carla and even had a consultation/help in technique so things are looking up and I'm feeling a bit more positive now.
Back to try again....
And Ann - I am in awe of you finished already.

Hey I didn't know there was a consultant available for us --- please share the number --- is it 1-800-SG'sHybridATCHelp? LOL />

Haha Sherry - I can't quite explain now as it would give away the new technique I am trying. Suffice it to say, I consulted with a friend who is an expert in this medium and she gave me some tips and ideas and even showed me how. I sure hope it works for me.

[CRS]

I knew a trip to the craft store would help, Diane! I just got a Michael's gift card, so I'll head over there this week!

[Molczan]

Ann, yours are ALREADY there? You are da BOMB! Mine are getting close to done...just got to get one more thing to make them work. I think this idea will turn out ok, fingers crossed!

[Bride]

I forgot to give a heads-up ... I mailed my cards Saturday. They should arrive any day now.