KITS FOR SALE!!!!

Alrighty Ladies.... here we go. Can you seriously believe i have THIS MUCH stuff just laying around not being used? insane... i know! But that's how you get all these awesome deals!! I know ya love me...... ;)-
We'll do it just like we did it last year. I'll post pics and descriptions- on top of each kit will be a huge red number. When you go through them and decide which ones you want, email me and let me know the #'s you want.

This is on a first come, first served basis. I will not be handing them out "equally" so everyone gets something. First person to list what they want, they get it... no matter how many there are.

As soon as I make a list, I will send an email informing you of which kits you "get" and instructions on how to make payment etc.

I will take international "bidders". However, you will have to pay the extra shipping, so if you're OK with that, then I'll send them!

DISCLAIMERS:

1) There are a few kits that have flowers or embellies in their original packages in the pictures taken. For shipping and space purposes, I have taken those products out of their packages and put them in the bags with the rest of the kit. I have not taken away any part of them, just trying to save space and weight.

2) I've tried to list everything in each kit, but I may have missed something. If you have questions on brand names once you get the kit- shoot me an email and I"ll do my best to let you know.

3) There are some surprises!!! After doing the kits, I had "left over" items. So your kit may be one of the lucky ones to get MORE than what the picture actually shows!!!

4) AND... we're gonna play nice. Let's be honest, I'm doing this because I not only need the space in my tiny apartment amongst other things but I find this is the best way for me to make some fast $$. I'm trying my hardest to get things right and make this as smooth as possible. If it's anything like last time, there will be a few hiccups with timing and shipping- but please be aware that as soon as I let you konw what kits you get, payment is received- they will be shipped out ASAP. So no nasty comments if you don't get it right away. ;)-

5) If you are in the Utah county area, I would be more than happy to arrange pick-up,drop off if you don't want to pay for shipping! Other than that... I will be shipping in FLAT RATE BOXES via USPS for duplicate kits ordered. If you only order one kit, I will ship in a priority box for the cheapest shipping price possible.

If you click on each picture, it will open up in a different window and become enlarged for easier viewing. :) Each kit is $10
If you have any questions- email me. Once you choose your kits- email me. my email is AMBERWINWARD@GMAIL.COM

#1

American Crafts paper,felt,ribbon, pen,chipboard,rubons; Bazzill flowers; Prima flowers; Create-A-Card CD (this is actually really cool)

#2

American Crafts paper, chipboard, ribbon, thickers, confetti, embellies; Bazzill flowers; See D's Stamp set

#3

American Crafts paper, ribbon, thickers, rubons, embellies; Bo Bunny flowers; MME acrylic words; Bazzill flowers

#4

American Crafts paper, ribbon, embellies, Rubons, thickers; Bazzill flowers; Prima flowers

#5

American Crafts paper, rubons, thickers, ribbon, embellies; Prima flowers; Bazzill flowers

#6

American Crafts paper, embellies, Rubons, thickers; Heidi Swapp ghost alphabet; Bazzill Flowers; Lily Cricket Ribbon

#7

American Crafts paper, embellies, rubons, thickers, ribbon; See D's Stamp set; Kaiser wood flower

#8

American Crafts paper, ribbon, chipboard, thickers; Karen Foster stamp set; Magic Scraps felt; Prima flowers

#9

American Crafts paper,embellies, ribbon, thickers; Bazzill flowers; Prima flowers; Autumn Leaves stamp set' Maya Road acrylic mini album

#10

American Crafts paper, thickers,rubons,embellies; MM acrylic frames

#11

American Crafts paper, embellies, thickers, ribbon, Bazzill flowers, Heidi Swapp ghost butterflies, See D's Stamp set, Lily Cricket Ribbon

#12

American Crafts paper, embellies, ribbon, thickers;MME acrylic words; Heidi Swapp Heart; Flourish rubons

#13

American Crafts paper, ribbon, thickers, rubons, embellies; Prima flowers; Flourish rubons; BG ribbon

#14


American Crafts paper, thickers, rubons, ribbon, 2 mini albums, embellies; Prima flowers

#15

Upsy Daisy paper, rubons;Adirondak paint;Pink Paislee stamp; Heidi Swapp photo corners, bling;American crafts ribbon, thickers;MM felt

#16

Upsy Daisy paper, rubons;American Crafts thickers, rubons, embellies; Bazzill flowers; MM ribbon; lily cricket ribbon; Elsie Ribbon

#17

Upsy Daisy paper; MM rubons, flowers; American Crafts thickers; Yellow Bicycle brads; Imaginisce brads; 7 Gypsies tape; christmas stamp set

#18

Upsy Daisy Paper, rubons; AMerican crafts ribbon, thickers,embellies; See D's stamp set; Prima flowers; Brad mix

#19

Piggy Tales paper, rubons, chipboard, barndoors, ribbon, stickesr, mini albums; American Crafts embellies; Carolees Creations stamp set

#20

Crate Paper paper, die cut sheet;Reminisce rubons, American Crafts Thickers, embellies, felt flowers; Creative Imagination ribbon; Karen Foster brads; Heidi Swapp photo corner

#21

Piggy Tales paper, rubons, chipboard, ribbon, mini album; American Crafts rubons, embellies, chipboard;Scrapbook Trends Mag.

#22

Piggy Tales paper, rubons, ribbon, stickers, punchouts; Fancy Pants buttons; AMerican Crafts thickers, embellies; Reminisce rubons; Heidi Swapp photo corners

#23

Piggy Tales paper, chipboard, rubons; MM stickers;CI stickers; BG rubons; Prima flower, Lily Cricket ribbon; LYB bling; See D's stamp set

#24

Piggy Tales paper, chipboard, rubons;American Crafts thickers, ribbon, embellies; Hmably rubons; Adirondak paint;Heidi Swapp ghost alphabet, frame; Reminisce rubons; craft bling

#25

Piggy Tales paper, rubons, stickers, die cuts; American Crafts rubons, embellies, flowers; Magic scraps ribbon;Adirondak paint; Inkadinkadoo stamp

One more day!

Ok.... i have WAY too much to do today to post the kits. Although- I will say that I finished up the kits this morning and I have 48 of them...and a few extras ;)

So... I'll work feverishly tomorrow morning to get them posted.

You have one more day to spread the word and get your name entered into the drawing....and a huge thank-you to all those ladies who have posted on their blogs as well. You're the best!!!

You Getting Ready?

Haven't had a whole lot of comments... i'm sure that's due to my lack of blogging I"m sure.

Just giving you an update- I've pulled everything out! I've put together 31 kits so far and I'm still going!!!! I still plan on posting them all either tomorrow or Saturday. Believe me... these are FAR BETTER than the last round.

Each kit contains at least $30 worth of product!! Each kit has a FULL Thickers sticker sheet, Rubons, and most have at least one stamp included. Most have matching ribbon and flowers as well!! You won't want to miss this one- I need to get all this stuff out of my house. I have no room to store it and I could use all the room I can get right now! lol

THe most time consuming part is posting it all. I'll post pics of each kit and what is included in them. I'll more than likely do it in more than one post- just to make it a little easier on me.

Spread the word----- I seriously need to get all these out of my house. And let's make it interesting..........

POST A COMMENT LETTING ME KNOW IF YOU'RE WATCHING AND SPREADING THE WORD. I'LL RANDOMLY DRAW FROM THE COMMENTS AND SEND THE WINNER A
3 BOTTLE SET OF PRIMA FLOWERS- NEVER OPENED!!!!! (you know... the kid that comes in that cute little wooden crate? it's totally adorable!)

Ok.... look forward to posting it all in the next 2 days! If you have any questions.... let me know! I'll try to answer them all before any kits are posted. :)

It's coming again!

So.... i've been a total blog slacker- i know. I got out of the habit when i moved, and then moved again, and then moved again.... ya know. So I'll do better- promise!



But.... now for some good news! Remember last year when I raided my stash and put together awesome kits to sell right here on my blog? IT'S THAT TIME AGAIN!!!!

I've gone through my stuff and i have more this time around than I did last- plus.... every kit will have rubons, stamps, or both! I've gone through it all, organized it and i'm in the process of kitting them all.



SO spread the word ladies- I'm hoping to get them all up by this coming up weekend. Stay tuned....... :)



now- i get to go take some engagement pics for my brother tomorrow- i'll post some once i have them. I'm so excited!

Book Review: THe Christmas Sweater by Glenn Beck

So I've gotten into this thing of reading a lot. Went to Barnes and Noble and picked up a few books that just "looked good". Totally excited, because I have some free time on my hands now.

One book i read over christmas break was Glenn Beck's "The Christmas Sweater".

Now... my husband and I are Glenn Beck fans. We really like him- RIck even went to one of his live shows.lol

anyway- so once this book came out, I wanted to read it. It was a fairly easy read- finished it in 2 days.. but that was with a lot of interuptions. COuld easily be read in one.

The story is about a boy- (without giving anything away)- who goes through some trials and struggles as a young kid through one particular Christmas. He ends up realizing over the years that he has to take these struggles and use them as a learning lesson instead of letting the bad things get to him and mold him into a "bum" of a person. The ending has a twist that I didn't see coming- but it was very welcome, as it was a good- happy ending.

YOu have a bunch of questions at the beginning- but they are all answered at the end of the book, after the story is finished.... so keep reading. And Glenn has said that this book is based off of his life, so you are constantly wondering which parts are real and which ones aren't.

This is an incredibly heartfelt book. I truly loved every minute of it and highly recommend it.

Birthday Girl

It was little Mia's bday on sunday- she turned 3. She loved every minute of it. The funny thing with her is that even though it's her birthday, she kept telling everyone else "Happy Birthday" all day long. Guess she thinks that when it's someone's birthday- it's everyones' birthday! lol

Here are a few pics of the day. Isn't she just the cutest?

And here's the cake I made. I know it's not the best- but Mia loved it and that's all that matters!

And then a week or so ago, My cousin got married and I was able to grab in a few cute shots. They are so happy... I loved it.

Is this really happening?

Um.. yes folks- tis true.... I'm alive and I am posting on this blog. SHOCKER... i know.

Actually- the holidays just get me in a rut. I get busy shopping and preparing for trips and then I get where i'm going to not get on the computer all that much, just to come back when it's all over and have a mountain of things to do and getting on the comp. isn't one of the priorities.

Christmas was great- went up to the fam's house and our whole fam. was together this year- it was a blast. The kids loved it, we all got spoiled, and it snowed like crazy! And I guess a blessing in disguise is that in Poky- they don't believe in plowing their roads. seriously- it's insane. So I was forced-yes forced- to drive on the horribleness that those roads were. And actually- now that i did that and didn't die, it gave me new confidence in my driving skills on snowy/slick roads. Now that i'm back.... no anxiety, no fear... i'm awesome on these roads! lol- although, in Utah... they believe in plowing and salting their roads, so it's hardly ever a problem.

I'm actually dealing with a sick baby, a sick son, a cold for me, and 2 kids who think that every tooth they touch is loose. :)- so i'll post something more amusing later. Just letting ya'll know that I'm here, alive, and to not miss me too much. Heaven knows you've missed me a ton right? :)-

One of the FUNNIEST things ever

My friend Zarah pointed this clip out today- it's seriously one of the funniest things I think I've ever seen. And i cripple over with laughter everytime I watch it too.
If you need a good laugh- take a look and save it. Freakin' hilarious!!!!


Word to the wise: If you ever go to Japan... NEVER ride the train! :)-

CLICK HERE TOO SEE THE CLIP

The Tub

had a little photo shoot with the tub today- hadn't pulled the camera out for a while. (i know... bad mommy)

And because you haven't seen him for a while- here he is. He's getting so big. plus- he's totally in the fun phase. He's rolling over, saying "mama, dada, nana" and laughing a ton! And all he does is give you his cheesy grin- i love it.

So here's the little guy- how can you not love him?!

The Nook DT Call

Ok- it's that time again for another DT call for The Nook. I've been on the team for 2 years now and I love it. the kits are ALWAYS fantastic. So believe me... you can take my word for it!
here's the details:

The Scrapbook Nook Kit Club is currently seeking some new designers to be a part of our creative team and share in the fun of our monthly kit club! We are looking for talented, motivated, enthusiastic, responsible designers to design layouts and projects each month from our kit. Our 6 month term will start in January with the February kit!
WE ACCEPT INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTS!

A designer’s job:
1. Design at least 3 projects from each month’s kit.
2. Add at least 1 non kit something to the gallery per month..
3. Be an active member of the message board.
4. Help Moderate the boards.
5. Create online classes based around the kit- about every other month.
6. Promote the club.

What you will receive: A fresh kit each month packed with brand new release goodies valued at appx $32 Additional product donated by manufacturers 25 % discount on add ons Bio up on the website fame, honor & glory! There will also be occasional contests and opportunities for you to earn extras.

To apply: Please send an e-mail to dt@myscrapbooknook.com by January 2nd including:
1. Link to an online gallery where we can see your current work.
2. Answer the following questions (If a link to a scrapbook resume answers most of these, provide the link, and answer the extras ): A: List your prior experience B: Design Teams you are currently affiliated with C: Describe your style D: Have you been published; if so, where? E: Online Message boards you are active on F: What makes you a unique asset to our kit club?
3. Tell us about you. How long have you been scrapping? What’s your motivation? What do you do for work? What’s your favorite product line? What scrapping trend do you not like? What other things make you tick? Why do I want YOU on the DT?
4. Name, address, phone number, e-mail, personal website if applicable New DTers will be announced by Jan 5th. For more information e-mail dt@myscrapbooknook or visit our website at www.myscrapbooknook.com

Hope some of you apply- it's uber fun!


PS-Thanks for all the nice comments on my dresser aka my entertainment center! Roxy- It' sin my living room holding my TV and hiding everything else! And Becky.... tips: get a power sander. using just a piece of sand paper and your hand IS NOT FUN. plus- use a tinted primer, takes a lot of work off of the painting process. ANd for others: if you want inspiration- check out Pottery Barn website- FULL of nice eye candy. :)

Yet another "calling in life"

yes... i have found another one. Re-finishing furniture. Now... if oyu had asked me this when i was redoing my piano... i would have shot you in the face. lol but honestly- if you have the right tools- i LOVE seeing the end product and making all the work worth it.

remember the mention of re-doing the dresser that was given to us? here's the sucker before i did anything. (actually... i had started sanding the top already- but you get the idea)

the nice and UGLY wood.... the gold/brass knobs that happened to half of them missing.....yah- not cute AT ALL.

so i spent 2 days hard core working on this thing knowing snow was coming. and it's a good thing i did- because it was a MAJOR storm this morning. anyway- we got it inside and got the new knobs on it and got everything set up. holy cow---- I LOVE IT! turned out so good!! see!!.......

isn't it awesome?! i know.. ya'll are jealous.. i can tell. ;)-

and there's enough storage to keep all my stuff in it and you can't tell. i even have one drawer empty. fun times fun times. just need to find something cutsie decor-ish to put in that middle section.

rick was so proud of me. and i must say- i am proud of myself too! :)

Exciting!!!

My little baby boy rolled over for the first time yesterday! and guess what? I MISSED IT! oh well... i turned him back over and made him do it again and he did. so i was happy! and the other best part is that he can say MAMA now too! same day! the thing is- he says it not in reference to me... but because he can actually say something and it's said when he's sad. oh well.... at least it was MAMA first and not DADA. all of our other kids all said DADA first. so i'm happy- regardless of it's meaning right now!

and i'm currently working on re-finishing an old dresser. been workin' hard for 2 days straigh because it's supposed to snow every day for the next week. (ask me how excited i am about that one......) so hopefully i can get it in my house tonight.

i'll post before and after pics once i'm done! toodles!

Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies

ARE THE BEST!!! seriously- TO DIE FOR. and i usually only make them in the fall- but husband likes them a lot, so i make them when he wants them. And of course- he comes home the other night and says "Hey, we ( as in YOU) need to make pumpkin cookies so I can take them to work."

right... i'll get right on that.lol

so i made them today. And while i'm shoving my face of all this wonderful goodness (and an extra butt cheek to boot), I thought i'd share this wonderful recipe so all you can join in the fatness with me. trust me... you'll thank me once you have them.
(and i guess this means you need to make them too Jamie! :) )


Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies:

1 C butter shortening
2 C sugar
2 tsp Baking Powder
2 tsp Cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla
4 C flour
2 eggs
2 tsp Baking Soda
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp all spice (optional, i never use it)
2 C pumpkin ( i just use an entire small can of it)
1 package chocolate chips

Mix everything together and drop good sized balls on cookie sheet. cook at 350 for 8-11 min. Edges must be golden brown to be done.

now.... i've undercooked them tons of times- but i've never overcooked them. I typically put them in for about 13-15 minutes because i want no gooey at all. so just keep an eye on them. i've had one oven cook perfectly at 8 minutes and my oven now cooks for 15 min. and barely gets them to the point of non-gooeyness. :)
now.... you can all be jealous that I"m eating mine and not making them anymore. and when you are eating yours... i'll just come over and eat them with you!

Blessing in Disguise?

So I was in the walmart parking lot the other day. Headed there to finish up some shopping and such. I was driving around the lot looking for a good spot and saw someone getting ready to pull out of a good one. (because we all know that it would be horrible if i actually had to walk more than 10 steps to get to the front door)
Anywho...
so i pull around and i stop, put my blinker on, and sit and wait for this person to pull out of their spot so I can have it. All of a sudden I feel this "bump" and a hear a loud "screech". um... yah.
Merry friggin christmas.

There happened to be a lady that was pulling out of her spot and backed right into me with her honkin' suburban. didn't even see me.

All in all- it was fine. the only damage was to my drivers side door. Huge dent and a massive scratch to match. all the elecrtical still works, locks and it opens, and the window still works. So seriously- it wasn't that big of a deal. She was very nice and apologetic- hated that it happened.
no damage to her vehicle of course.

Called the police- got a report, got her insurance info blah blah blah. an hour later, i'm finally able to shop.

then i get home and immediately call her insurance agency. Come to find out, she's already called and put the claim in! Nice huh? So now I get to get some quotes and they'll cut me a check.

Now..... do i enjoy that I now have a white trash vehicle? no. BUT.... because of all of our moves, we've had to go into major credit card debt to pay for all of them. This check, can possibly wipe out almost all of it. So do we fix the van or do we keep the money and pay off some debt? Honestly- we're leaning toward keeping the $. Our plan was to keep this van until it dies, no plans of selling it or trading it in at any point. so we just live with the eye sore. Guess we'll see how much we get and what it's worth huh? (i'll post a pic later.... can't find my card right now)




on the other hand- We have this puny little 19" tv right? We got it as a wedding gift and it's been good to us. Over the years, the picture has slowly gone down. It's now to the point that the settings for the picture are at their highest and it's almost impossible to see what's going on. We've been looking around for a new TV for a while, just haven't gotten it. We go to watch a movie the other night and we literally couldn't see a thing. it was so annoying. So we sit and look at the finances and figure we can "afford" something. We go shopping and end up finding a fantastic deal and came home with a new LCD tv. hook the sucker up and holy cow!!! such a difference! RIck is dying- he's so in love with it- i told him to marry it. lol----- so there's our christmas, anniversary, and birthday gifts for the next 5 years. :)

anyone wanna come over and play Wii or watch a movie? it's friggin awesome! :)-

Holy Schmoly!

Ok.... so we're alive! we've moved, we've unpacked just about everything, and my decor is up! It actually feels like home now- which is nice since I haven't had it in a LONG time. :)

It is So incredibly funny living here. I mean, it's a huge bonus to be near family- which i totally love, but it's alos hilarious to see how *wierd* (for me) it is to be in the middle of "mormon-ville".

So i've compiled a list of things of how to tell you are truly in Utah aka "mormon-ville":

1) You move into a condo building and find out that everyone in that building, and the building next to it, and the building next to that are LDS (mormon).

2) You move in and the first day you have people knockin on your door welcoming you and handing you homemade rolls.

3) You take your kids to school and the first things you hear are : "I know some Winwards, they were in my bishopric in such and such a place." or "I used to live in Rexburg, I went to Ricks College- I assume that's why you were there too?"

4) You go to church and it's PACKED. And then once you come home from church, you have 5 people knocking on your door to introduce themselves and offer any help.

5) You attend a company christmas party and the first thing they do is offer a prayer for the food.


And that my friends... is just the beginning! lol- it's seriously hilarious. I thought GA was a different culture- well so is this. And it's taking just as much to get used to it as it was to get used to the South.

So- we have a home (for the next 8 months) and we're glad to be here. It's been a tough past 6 months and i'm glad to have that behind us. Let's just hope that from here on out- it will be "easy-going" and I'll finally have a chance to breath! :)