iron finds at Costco

While I'm anxiously awaiting the completion of my new craft room - I've been shopping! Costco had these hanging iron baskets w/ stand for only $39! So easy to put together, getting it out of the wrapping is tricky! The best part - the baskets come off! Can't wait to fill her! Picked up the magazine rack for my latest craft mag. issues! We are sanding and maybe I can finally paint next week!

first day of school....

Yeah!!! Jacob was so excited to start school today (and so was I)! We were all anxiously awaiting the bus, even Bella!

happiness is...

My new album class: Happiness Is... is September 29, 12-5 p.m.
A complete 8 1/2 x 11 American Crafts Modern Album! I used Scenic Route papers and embellishments. 20 pages, album included - $65
In other news, Hambly arrived today at the store, can't wait to make those samples!

back by popular demand

My Heritage Class - September 12, 6-8 p.m., Cost is $18

We will be making 4 12 x 12 layouts, see sample above!

my new fence

Our new fence was installed last week by Rob with lots of help from our neighbor Mike! I just love it - adds so much interest to the backyard. After vacationing on the Cape, I had to have tons of hydrangeas - so the fence is lined with them.

We will be sanding the basement this weekend and hope to paint next week~ then comes the ceiling and carpet! Can't wait to organize that space...

celebrity spotting

While vacationing on Cape Cod, my parents and I took a ferry over to The Vineyards (Martha's). It is a gorgeous island, packed with beautiful homes and beaches! While we were shopping along the docks we ran into Ray Romano (Everybody Loves Raymond), his four boys and his wife! What a treat - we even got to hear his funny voice! A bonus since Mom and Dad loved his show! We also ran into Brian, the news anchor for Fox & Friends morning show!

More vacation photos coming...