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Darlene and I have known each other for many years. I can't even remember how we first met--seems like we were always friends. The early years of our friendship, we did craft shows together. Both of us had small children at the time, and they were often with us. Years later, I took a regular job and we lost track of each other. We reconnected on Facebook about a year ago-- how cool is that! |
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| "Hope" by Darlene Prater |
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| A second piece of art at the show by Darlene. |
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Happy Mother's Day to my two beautiful daughters, Tammy and Deanna. You both are amazing moms -- as well as very talented and creative women that go the extra mile in everything you do. You have given me so much joy and filled my life with wonderful memories. "BUT, my greatest accomplishment, and my greatest pride and joy are my children. They truly are my greatest success." ~ Catherine Pulsifer |
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| In memory of my Mom -- gone but not forgotten (1919 - 1966) |
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| Nothing more beautiful than a blossom after the rain . . . |
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I have visited For Keeps Sakes Scrapbook Store several times with Tammy and have always enjoyed the store. They have a lot of great stuff! It is probably one of the best known scrapbook stores in the St. Louis area. This was my first time for doing a class with them; and actually, the first time doing a class with Wendy Vecchi. Tammy and I did both classes and it was a super fun day! It for sure won't be my last. These photos are some of Wendy's beautiful art that was displayed in the store. Very inspiring! |
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Her flowers are so gorgeous! |
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Here we are busy, busy, busy "Making Art" as Wendy says. I didn't get photos of anyone's book, but you can scroll down for a photo of Wendy's from an earlier post--and I will post mine later. For our Mini Art book we used the Maya Road Mini Album kit. It is a "ready-to-have-fun" chipboard book, including all the fun little chipboard embellishments. We used most of the new Tim Holtz Distress Inks on this project. I love them all, but right away, my new favorites became Rusty Hinge and Wild Honey. |
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As soon as I got in town, Tammy and I headed here. She has been to the store lots of times -- this was my first visit. The owners are Chris Schwartz and Sharon Wisely, and you can tell they love what they do. The store was amazing! Lots of stamps, collage sheets, trinkets, and vintage goodies for mixed media or altered art, artist trading cards, etc. -- including all kinds of inspiring art throughout the store. Besides the store, you can follow their blog, visit their store online, and/or sign up for email. |
