my little secret - what's on the inside ???

Remember the box?

Plain, like a white canvas staring at you.

Where is my magic wand, I need to turn this into a Victorian Memory Box...........

Sorry it took sooo long, you know how it is, you're so excited to jump into a new project - especially a commissioned one for someone special ;-) 

Then real life gets in the way !!!!!!!!!!!  
I never found my wand so I grabbed some gorgeous paper from my Mariposa stack, and my Tim Holtz treasures - Metal feet, keyholes, charms, keys.  Found my Maya Road felt flowers in black, some lace trim, fibers, ribbon, a tag, and a crystal knob.  OH! I saved a little surprise for the inside of the box.  What do you think she'll see when she lifts the lid????   Pop in tomorrow and I'll show you.  

Inspiration

This is what a best friend looks like! A woman who is not only willing to act silly, but shares my love of art, textiles, and paper. We bounce ideas off each other, oohing an aahing over patterned paper, inks, and LOTS of books and magazines. We have shared many laughs, tears, good news and bad over the last twenty something years. Today was a scorcher (over 90 degrees) so we got together for breakfast to catch up on the past week's news and activities. We went to a few shops and perused the latest magazines at Borders while sharing ideas on products, stamping, inks, and different tools. Such a fun day! We wilted a bit in the heat between stops (even the going in and out was amazingly HOT).....but as always we left each other inspired to go home and CREATE. Thanks for a great day, friend ;-)

Happy Memorial Day

This weekend marks a special time of year. Each of us owes a great debt to each and every one of the fallen who fought for the freedom we enjoy today and everyday. That debt is partially paid by remembering, paying respect, and praying for their families. They were each brave and selfless and paid a very high price - for that I am humbled and grateful. God Bless You