Archive for October 2013 | Monthly archive page

It’s that time again. Time for what you ask? Our Fall FUN Cash Giveaway! Who does’t like FREE money? Speaking of money, have you started your Christmas shopping yet? I know, I said it. Christmas! Eek!  Isn’t that a 9-letter bad word when it’s said in October? Well, I am guessing that $1200 cash could give you a good start on your holiday shopping?! Am I right? I know I would love to have an extra $1200 to spend.  Too bad I’m not eligible to win or I would be all over something like this!

It’s super easy to win. Just check out all the fine print and go get your money! While you’re at it, you may find other amazing business that also have potential gifts for the holidays too!

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My dear friend, Lisa, who I met while we were both students at Portland State University is pregnant with her second child. I just love babies so naturally, I was very excited!! I was even more excited when I found out I could be a part of her very special baby shower. Her bestie Vanessa styled this “Apple of my Eye” baby shower for her. She did the most amazing job.

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Kennedy is the most girly girl ever! Which is a drastic change from my rough and tumble boys! She loves all things pretty, pink, and sparkly! She loves to be in dresses and tutus and I knew photographing her would be a blast. So, I called my partner in crime Courtney, of Courtney Jade Photography and she agreed to photograph my little darling.

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A few weeks ago, the call went out. Yes, the Call. Silhouette was calling all crafters who were passionate about creating with Silhouette products and who take beautiful photos. Clearly they were talking to me, right? Well, I thought so and I took a few minutes to fill out the application. This was a hard core application too. No question could be unanswered and we had to include photos of our work. EEEK! I tell you what, they were not messing around! They take crafting just as seriously as I take party planning. At that point, I knew we would get along great! So, I am overjoyed to finally announce that I’ve been selected! Yes, I’ve been selected to work on the Silhouette Fall/Winter Design team. See my little face and huge sock bun down there? Yep, that’s me! →Continue reading for more details + photos