Monkey Business

September 22, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard 1 Comment

In the midst of our grieving with and supporting our close friends the Verett’s over the sudden loss of their son/brother Keller; our own youngest son, Colin, celebrated his 17th birthday Saturday. Now mind you, 17 isn’t usually a big deal for most kids, but since he will be getting his Drivers Lisence it became a big deal for him in that respect. We no longer exchange huge presents at this stage of life but I always look for ways to inject a bit of humor into their existence and couldn’t resist the bottle of MONKEY BUTT POWDER from TSC (a.k.a. Tractor Supply) when hubby and I were browsing for tractor parts Wednesday evening. It seemed so appropo because Colin (like his father) sweats profusely and he is easily spotted on the football field because he’s always the one with the most sweat soaking through his jersey. When it came time to participate in our customary Birthday dinner I realized that I hadn’t prepared a card for him…but thanks to a friend at convention (I think it may have been Gigi, but I could be wrong, or maybe Laura…it’s not marked and I have slept since then but my thanks to you, whoever it was!!!) I found the Sock Monkey card face in my stash, planted him on a card base, wrote an inscription inside, and VOILA! Quite a good pair I’d say! HAPPY BIRTHDAY COLIN RAY PRITCHARD!!!

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Live with Passion

September 18, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard 1 Comment

I need to share this personal note with you and I hope you understand:

It has been a truely amazing week around here. Tuesday I received this beautifully awesome card from a fellow SU demo, convention buddy, and friend Maria G. in Florida.

Before I could get a TY email off; yesterday I learned of a tragic accidental shooting death of a young 24 y.o. friend who has grown up with my boys. Our two families have shared many wonderful times together and walked through the shadows, following the death of their mom, my best friend, three years ago, and now this tragedy befalls them. I praise and thank the Lord that they are a family of strong faith and hold them each up to Him for comfort and guidance.

The message on this card is so unbelieveably timely and a gentle reminder that we do indeed need to ‘live with passion’, and Keller Verett’s life exemplified that passion. He did when he spent two months in Africa with Light the Fire ministries, helping in the poorest African villages to bring music and encouragement to the children. He did when he stood with his three best friends and was awarded the Eagle Scout rank. He lived with passion as he drove a school bus to earn money for college. He lived with passion these last several years as a certified EMT helping other families in times of crisis or in the kindness of transporting an elderly loved one to a place of rest and healing. He lived with passion as he worked his way through Texas A & M graduating last month with his BS. Yes, he lived with passion as he was planning on what to do next, he just didn’t know that ‘next’ meant eternity.

I will never be able to see those words and not remember the wonderful, brief life that Keller Verett has lived. Our families will gather with so many others on Saturday to remember the wonderful passionate life that Keller has lived and celebrate his entry into eternity.

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Ollie Owlie

September 15, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard 1 Comment

Aren’t these guys just darling? I found this wonderful owl treat bag topper over on Split Coast and couldn’t wait to put a plate of them together. I just think Owls are the cutest guys!
He goes together in a snap and makes a great party favor for the Fall or I can even imagine a plate of them out for Thanksgiving when nieces and nephews are around.
Here’s what you do:
Using your Sizzix Big Shot cut a piece of brown designer series paper with the Bigz Top note and fold in half. Punch 2 pieces of each chocolate chip and black cardstock with 1″ circle punch, 2 pieces whisper white cardstock with 3/4″ circle punch, and 2 pieces black cardstock with 1/2″ circle punch. Punch Summer Sun card stock with 5 petal flower punch and use one petal folded for beak. Fold 1″ black circles in half and slit one half for eye lashes. Stick chocolate chip 1″ circles on Bigz Top Note for eyes, then white 3/4″ circles, then black 1/2″ circles, then top with the eye lashes and add beak. Staple treat bag to back half of owl being sure that smooth side of staples are on the outside and use a glue dot undeneath the front of the owl to close over treat bag opening. I ran out of the chocolate chip designer paper but intend to order more for sure.
Have a wonderful week!
Katherine
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Inspired Journal

September 12, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard 1 Comment

Last week’s Upline meeting was so inspiring, thanks so much Dawn for a great job! :) Dawn has been very busy and she gave each of her downline some type of altered journal for inspiration. . . I knew I’d seen that journal you gave us but I couldn’t quite put my finger on it, and sure enough I had two of them in my secret closet stash just waiting for an inspiration…and here you go!
I didn’t have the stamp set you used so I substituted the Dreams Du Jour…using the Baja Breeze In-Color card stock, a piece of Juntos Designer Series Paper from the new Spanish collection, and a piece of the 5/8″ Striped Grosgrain Ribbon.
I love these beautiful soft colors. Thanks for another great idea. I’ve added these to my Basket of Goodies!

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OPEN HOUSE SAMPLES

September 10, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard Leave a Comment



Here are the pics for the 5 cards that we’ll be making at my OPEN HOUSE this Sunday (Sept. 14th, 2-4pm). (Five cards for $5 and if you make an extra card you can order the featured stamp set for $15.00. )Remember the exclusive stamp set you’ll be using is Say It With Scallops, our Ronald McDonald House benefit stamp set. All of the cards use the beautiful new In Color card stocks for 2008-2009 and matching 5/8″ striped grosgrain ribbon. So be sure to email (kpritchard@hot.rr.com) or call (254-848-5173)to stop on by for some FUN , FELLOWSHIP, SNACKS, and DOOR PRIZES!
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For your purse…

September 10, 2008 By Katherine Pritchard Leave a Comment

With the arrival of September…you might be thinking that the best blooms of summer are past…not so fast. With one of these Bloomin’ Purse note-pads you’re sure to remember the vibrant colors of summer all through the year.

A bit of ribbon, scallop punches and colorful stamps give a cheery appearance to these notepads in the dollar bin at either Michael’s or Target.

You’ll find yourself reaching for them all the time.

Check out the dollar bins next time you’re in one of those stores and see what great inspirations lay in wait for your creativity itch…go ahead…it’s OK to scratch!

Thanks for stopping by,

Katherine

Filed Under Stampin' Up! Tagged With ideas, notepads
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