tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-64471789817367559322024-03-13T09:54:54.980-05:00Cards & Crafty Creations by JacksonAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.comBlogger83125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-79857618065405068542016-05-21T07:59:00.001-05:002016-05-21T07:59:33.661-05:00Catching up!<i>As you can tell I've been behind on some swaps, just the nature of life right now...</i><div><i><br></i></div><div>But here's some more of what I've gotten done!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jbZy-dcIDHk/V0BbrwofAKI/AAAAAAAAFys/_Le3axuKdw8/s640/blogger-image-1480439331.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jbZy-dcIDHk/V0BbrwofAKI/AAAAAAAAFys/_Le3axuKdw8/s640/blogger-image-1480439331.jpg"></a></div><b>I promised Kim that for our March swap I would make her a layout with photos from our meet at the Grapevinr Scrapbook Expo. I love the series of 3 photos I took to get her to smile at me and show off the PL I made her! This is page 1!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0aqeq477Ni8/V0BbpXzGoeI/AAAAAAAAFyk/AL0nLO7WTIk/s640/blogger-image-1419753587.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0aqeq477Ni8/V0BbpXzGoeI/AAAAAAAAFyk/AL0nLO7WTIk/s640/blogger-image-1419753587.jpg"></a></div>Page 2 was made special by the photoshopped image I created. I added my entry receipt and some other fun embellishments. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-euebVURFWp4/V0Bbq0-wbeI/AAAAAAAAFyo/PUZq585Ow0w/s640/blogger-image--1999658814.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-euebVURFWp4/V0Bbq0-wbeI/AAAAAAAAFyo/PUZq585Ow0w/s640/blogger-image--1999658814.jpg"></a></div>The spread together! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I also signed up for a swap in the TX PL Pals group. The theme was "<i>April Showers Bring May Flowers</i>". And in true me fashion, I threw the theme out the window and made my first clear based PL, with summer time nods!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rlV4pyjlVZY/V0BbtL1nEyI/AAAAAAAAFyw/qDWsTcjdiZ4/s640/blogger-image--53552987.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rlV4pyjlVZY/V0BbtL1nEyI/AAAAAAAAFyw/qDWsTcjdiZ4/s640/blogger-image--53552987.jpg"></a></div><b>Pineapples, Polka Dots and Pink Flamingos! I even cut up some scraps and added some pink flamingos into the shaker pocket. Some simple embellishments finished it off like Washi and a tassel! Hope she likes it! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-88067764386233172482016-05-02T21:26:00.001-05:002016-05-02T21:26:27.812-05:00While the cat is away...<i>The mice will play...</i><div><i><br></i></div><div>Maybe?</div><div><br></div><div>Who knows!</div><div><br></div><div>I do know that my birthday has passed, my student teaching is over, I've been on 3 interviews for jobs, and graduation is Sunday! </div><div><br></div><div>In the down time I've made and received a few things. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RulmdK0ptzQ/VygMSEx3GdI/AAAAAAAAFMY/I_SwO-a46vg/s640/blogger-image-1243013757.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RulmdK0ptzQ/VygMSEx3GdI/AAAAAAAAFMY/I_SwO-a46vg/s640/blogger-image-1243013757.jpg"></a></div><b><i>A Spring themed swap from my dear friend in the Carolinas. She has this thing for sheep, and everything she makes is handmade and so very thoughtful. </i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div><b><i><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-C7W19_B7_zY/VygMQeq3-8I/AAAAAAAAFMQ/szBgIdGKWUM/s640/blogger-image-947745206.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-C7W19_B7_zY/VygMQeq3-8I/AAAAAAAAFMQ/szBgIdGKWUM/s640/blogger-image-947745206.jpg"></a></div>She also sent me this. It's an April Birthstone 8 pocket business card holder. It's hard to see but there are so many sweet handwritten details. In the shaker pockets are little diamond shapes that she hand drew. Similar to these:</i></b></div><div><b><i><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dfkvi4Inh24/VygMRE_9fvI/AAAAAAAAFMU/zUCkUs5ah8Y/s640/blogger-image--1670844999.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Dfkvi4Inh24/VygMRE_9fvI/AAAAAAAAFMU/zUCkUs5ah8Y/s640/blogger-image--1670844999.jpg"></a></div>I mean really, she nailed it! </i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div><b><i><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UQDJs2bm-C4/VygMJXeBe-I/AAAAAAAAFME/Tqhk03BXv8Y/s640/blogger-image--359423808.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UQDJs2bm-C4/VygMJXeBe-I/AAAAAAAAFME/Tqhk03BXv8Y/s640/blogger-image--359423808.jpg"></a></div>My best pal Kim sent me this for my birthday. We agreed at the Scrap expo to do a 12x12 and we even bought the paper there too. I stinking love this! So bright, colorful, and happy ... like me! </i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div><b><i>Happy Birthday Kim! </i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>Here is what I've made so far:</div><div><div class="separator" style="font-style: italic; clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-znyfNWJ6xV0/VygMOm27JzI/AAAAAAAAFMI/LEm2vRfLmL4/s640/blogger-image--1117497675.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-znyfNWJ6xV0/VygMOm27JzI/AAAAAAAAFMI/LEm2vRfLmL4/s640/blogger-image--1117497675.jpg"></a></div><b>A may Birthstone PL for my Carolina friend. I didn't have many loose emeralds but had plenty Peridots. So I snuck a few in her shaker pockets. Off it goes tomorrow! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uH-zgdtxctc/VygMPeozzqI/AAAAAAAAFMM/DTOuB4O4sI0/s640/blogger-image--3881273.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-uH-zgdtxctc/VygMPeozzqI/AAAAAAAAFMM/DTOuB4O4sI0/s640/blogger-image--3881273.jpg"></a></div>And this is a new one for me. An Altered Notebook! My first one and I was partnered with a guy too! Double challenge. I'll admit I wasn't fond of this at first but once my embellishments exploded all over it I was very satisfied with the end product. Hope he likes it!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I still can't believe my last post was March...</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-34181676346202290152016-03-15T08:57:00.001-05:002016-03-15T08:57:39.803-05:00Another February Swap!<div><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><i>Sometimes you start swapping with friends just for fun each month...</i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>That's what June and I have done for several months now. No hard and fast theme, just a fun surprise for one another's mail box. </div><div><br></div><div>In February she sent me this lovely piece: </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9l8vucPm-d4/VugU0h0LMVI/AAAAAAAADgw/TD1bmaUl3h4/s640/blogger-image--2106236778.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9l8vucPm-d4/VugU0h0LMVI/AAAAAAAADgw/TD1bmaUl3h4/s640/blogger-image--2106236778.jpg"></a></div><b>I love how daring she is with the glitter Washi tape. I just recently trashed mine, stuff sheds like crazy. I think she prints off themes from her computer, and they are just darling! I loved the pink and blue together, not to mention the sweet bow, tassels and the totally adorable scrabble letter tiles. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I, finally, sent this off to her:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ciX3gwO9ws8/VugUzND_CsI/AAAAAAAADgs/EUaEmTdXgO8/s640/blogger-image-1608134828.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ciX3gwO9ws8/VugUzND_CsI/AAAAAAAADgs/EUaEmTdXgO8/s640/blogger-image-1608134828.jpg"></a></div><b>My first horizontal pocket letter! AND my first Julie Nutting Doll. I purchased the stamp while at the Expo with Kim. I also picked up some foiled ATCs from Hobby Lobby which I used here. This was such an elegant and crisp layout. The colors popped and I was so happy with the end product. I really think I can make some more horizontal letters now that they aren't as daunting. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I've gotten mostly caught up on my letters so now I can make Kim's layout and a few fun PLs to send out later! </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-91879287195841577162016-03-14T23:16:00.001-05:002016-03-15T00:18:22.119-05:00Sweet Treats<b><i>Another Swap from our TX PL Pals Swap Group! </i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>I've done my best to sign up for at least one swap a month in our group. It's been hard to keep up considering my obligations, however, I have never failed to get a single one out, even if it was late!</div><div><br></div><div>The next swap up for fun was titled "Sweet Treats". Unbeknownst to Kim, she paired Marie and I again. However, this was perfect. Marie's work is so wonderful, and I knew she would be forgiving when it came to my tardiness. </div><div><br></div><div>Here is what she sent me:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VeP5sz5v6v0/VueMkvV6qoI/AAAAAAAADgY/blsRaWVoOKg/s640/blogger-image--98773008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VeP5sz5v6v0/VueMkvV6qoI/AAAAAAAADgY/blsRaWVoOKg/s640/blogger-image--98773008.jpg"></a></div><b>She loves sweets! She made every pocket so happy and bright. I loved the Cricut cut donuts. And the tableware paper clips are to die for! However, my favorite part, was the mini PL she sent me as a goody! Is it not the sweetest? I thought the recipe card was adorable, and you should have seen the goodies she sent too! She's an incredible partner! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Here is what is making its way to her, late, but better than never:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Od1XKkpDiDo/VueMliGHzsI/AAAAAAAADgc/hKlHkGK6IqY/s640/blogger-image-1361701179.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Od1XKkpDiDo/VueMliGHzsI/AAAAAAAADgc/hKlHkGK6IqY/s640/blogger-image-1361701179.jpg"></a></div><b>This literally took no time at all! I think it was the colors I used, and I had a plan too! I got to use my Heidi Swapp bright frames. I slid those in front of the 4 shaker pockets I made. Each pocket has a fun sticker combo of cupcakes and other sweet things. I've enjoyed all of my pocket letters but this one is now my new favorite! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I hope she loves it as much as I do! Sweet treats sure do make for a sweet swap! </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time, </div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-50330582933705221802016-03-14T23:04:00.001-05:002016-03-14T23:04:43.118-05:00Valentine's Swap at the Scrapbook Expo<i>It's my Spring Break finally! </i><div><i><br></i></div><div>I survived my first round of student teaching. And last week, when my college had their spring break, the week started off with some tornados and continued with rain. My final test of student teaching came in the form of having students who had no recess all week, whilst having a substitute with me as my teacher was sick, and Friday was a party day too. But I conquered it, and I feel I am beyond prepared for the road ahead. </div><div><br></div><div>A while ago I shared my Scrapbook Expo Antics with Kim. But I didn't get to share a close-up of those stellar PLs, so here they are now! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4hGDCB6GlQg/VueJ1T0PHhI/AAAAAAAADgI/3UfMnnNNMDM/s640/blogger-image--785636577.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-4hGDCB6GlQg/VueJ1T0PHhI/AAAAAAAADgI/3UfMnnNNMDM/s640/blogger-image--785636577.jpg"></a></div><b>This was my unusual take on a Valentine's PL. Some of the familiar holiday colors but in a unique way. I opted for a calendar featuring the holiday date as well as the date of our first face-to-face meeting. Lots of staples, some unique paper clips and some hand made buttons too (my favorites that someone made and sent me). Glitter letters topped off with some more of my new Heidi Swapp Washi Tape. And of course, I threw in some cats too! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Here is what I got from Kim:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IsjZxWR0LF0/VueJ2SETr7I/AAAAAAAADgM/HGvP25DyJMc/s640/blogger-image-1705265581.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-IsjZxWR0LF0/VueJ2SETr7I/AAAAAAAADgM/HGvP25DyJMc/s640/blogger-image-1705265581.jpg"></a></div><b>I absolutely loved the Candy Heart paper she chose. And she knows I enjoy owls too and I was thrilled to see them on this sweet Pocket Letter. I though the envelope filled with hearts at the bottom was a nice touch. She clearly spent quite some time cutting out embellishments on her Cricut as well, all of which made the letter pop. I loved the sweet ribbons she tied around the holes, and the sweet charm she included. What you didn't see was the awesome Cinnamon Lolly Pop she game me as well, so delicious! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I have no idea what she's making me for this month, however, I opted to make her a two page layout with photos from our adventure. I hope she likes it! </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time, </div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-91823721671956250472016-02-23T22:12:00.001-06:002016-02-23T22:42:56.558-06:00Stamp & Scrapbook Expo Junkie...<b><i>Not long ago, Kim posted in our Texas swap group about an upcoming expo she was going to...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>She was curious to see if anyone else would be going. I glanced at it and said no. But then I went and looked again...it was in Grapevine...about an hour and a half from me. Suddenly I was in...</div><div><br></div><div>Kim and I arranged to swap numbers and meet. We even agreed to do our latest Pocket Letter swap in person. </div><div><br></div><div>Time was ticking by, and I was a little nervous. Would we hit it off in person like we had online? Would she recognize me? Was she really a kidnapper preying on the weak?</div><div><br></div><div>The night before, I had my my PL packed with goodies and ready to go. Kim and I swapped numbers, but didn't plan too heavily on the rest of the details. Fate would surely handle the rest. </div><div><br></div><div>I made the drive and was immediately floored by the beauty of the convention center and resort. Shameless plug, the Gaylord Texan is gorgeous, you should see it sometime. </div><div><br></div><div>I texted Kim to tell her I had arrived. And then we shopped separately. I probably had walked past her. But then we decided it was time to meet up! I eagerly made my way to her location, and like some creepy person watched her from a distance...</div><div><br></div><div>Nope, it wasn't a kidnapper, no guy in disguise, and no sooner than I had emerged we instantly made eye contact and the rest was history! Sure enough she recognized me. And let me tell you, there was no need to worry if we would hit it off, because we giggled and participated in many a shenanigan. </div><div><br></div><div>We sat down and had lunch. And we even made our pocket letter exchange. </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lbBczn89-is/Vs0wnn0yktI/AAAAAAAADUA/7bwxITru9eY/s640/blogger-image--754892895.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lbBczn89-is/Vs0wnn0yktI/AAAAAAAADUA/7bwxITru9eY/s640/blogger-image--754892895.jpg"></a></div><b>I was so ticked by the candy heart paper she chose for the pockets!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RsBTnbZ4jJM/Vs0wrodpetI/AAAAAAAADUI/ZKYa2JNdymE/s640/blogger-image--996130136.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RsBTnbZ4jJM/Vs0wrodpetI/AAAAAAAADUI/ZKYa2JNdymE/s640/blogger-image--996130136.jpg"></a></div>She sat and marveled at the pocket letter I had given her. It took a few snaps to get a decent picture, she kept making faces. This in turn made us laugh. The poor women across from us at lunch seemed to enjoy our antics though. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>We must have circled the isles many times. We would stop and buy stuff. I would get her something and sneak it in her bag and she would then do the same for me. One of us would point out something pretty and the other would follow behind, and more purchases were made. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-A3UhBZMCIhI/Vs0wprazfyI/AAAAAAAADUE/Asc_EIlyNFI/s640/blogger-image--820321711.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-A3UhBZMCIhI/Vs0wprazfyI/AAAAAAAADUE/Asc_EIlyNFI/s640/blogger-image--820321711.jpg"></a></div><b>That look she is giving me, haha! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HBC-u3CYfsM/Vs0wj4oybTI/AAAAAAAADT4/maARgBwgdVw/s640/blogger-image--2092857607.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HBC-u3CYfsM/Vs0wj4oybTI/AAAAAAAADT4/maARgBwgdVw/s640/blogger-image--2092857607.jpg"></a></div>Fountain photo-op! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I never knew that when I entered the world of crafting that I would meet so many amazing ladies and form so many lasting bonds. And when I made my way into the land of Pocket Letters, I knew I was in good company. Never would I have dreamed of making a friendship like I have with Kim, and I have never been more thankful that I did. </div><div><br></div><div>Cats, rats, laughter and creativity. Throw in some owls and sequins too. There is very little that we don't have in common. I'm sure there is always more to learn about eachother, but for now, I can't express how thankful and happy I am to have made a friend like Kim. Thanks for a fun day, I can't wait to do it again!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bahtRo4_tUo/Vs0wlVWBo4I/AAAAAAAADT8/cpX8uYbhCrI/s640/blogger-image--442981073.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-bahtRo4_tUo/Vs0wlVWBo4I/AAAAAAAADT8/cpX8uYbhCrI/s640/blogger-image--442981073.jpg"></a></div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-56268089585820450842016-02-23T19:58:00.001-06:002016-02-23T19:58:48.112-06:00Pink, Black & Gold!<b><i>I'm back with another fun swap! </i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>Before I went on hiatus from my normal swap group I signed up for one last one.</div><div><br></div><div>The theme?</div><div>Pink, Black, & Gold!</div><div><br></div><div>I set to work, and man let me tell you, I'm getting good at making them whilst crunched for a deadline! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S9mGn3HtRfk/Vs0OQ7H03LI/AAAAAAAADRQ/__9MzAWVGO8/s640/blogger-image-134688868.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-S9mGn3HtRfk/Vs0OQ7H03LI/AAAAAAAADRQ/__9MzAWVGO8/s640/blogger-image-134688868.jpg"></a></div><b>Here it is, not quite finished, but the true colors show better here. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qS3F3tR-MUM/Vs0OSYrdpNI/AAAAAAAADRU/cte8ld2Y7ec/s640/blogger-image--834913715.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qS3F3tR-MUM/Vs0OSYrdpNI/AAAAAAAADRU/cte8ld2Y7ec/s640/blogger-image--834913715.jpg"></a></div>All done! I used the last of my corrugated scrap paper, and I was so excited to use my new Heidi Swapp Washi Tape! I'm in love with my Fuse and as a result, the shaker is now my favorite part to make. A few tags and embellishments later, and in the mail it went. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>And can I tell you, I was in for a surprise...</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ckoeRRDfH3k/Vs0OT4Inh1I/AAAAAAAADRY/oUCL-bWz1FM/s640/blogger-image--1449633454.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ckoeRRDfH3k/Vs0OT4Inh1I/AAAAAAAADRY/oUCL-bWz1FM/s640/blogger-image--1449633454.jpg"></a></div><b>Caryn sent me this absolutely flawless PL. I can't even begin to tell you how simple, and clean this PL is. The edge are crisp, and the embellishments don't weigh it down. And so you see the tape she used for the edge? I absolutely adore it! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mdk1JKZqoew/Vs0OVqnYmyI/AAAAAAAADRc/STJyvqwPSZI/s640/blogger-image-2131875400.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mdk1JKZqoew/Vs0OVqnYmyI/AAAAAAAADRc/STJyvqwPSZI/s640/blogger-image-2131875400.jpg"></a></div>She also spoiled me with tons, and I mean TONS of extra treats. I love the 'Selfie' tag. And hellllooo chocolate! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>It was a nice send off for my hiatus. Student teaching is nearly halfway done. But I'm managing to keep up with my dedicated swaps in the meantime. </div><div><br></div><div>And did I mention I finally got to meet my cohort Kim in person?</div><div><br></div><div>I can't wait to share that post! </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div><div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-11998713250876240882016-02-14T00:23:00.001-06:002016-02-14T00:25:07.031-06:00Roses are red...<b><i>And Garnets are too...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>My pal Kim and I set up our own Texas PL swapping group and we just finished our first event. The theme was 'Garnet', the beautiful January birthstone. But of course, this was open to interpretation. </div><div><br></div><div>And in true fashion, I went literal!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0sJyrQQ9Mjc/VsAdZ7ZyqfI/AAAAAAAADQs/H7622cTszQE/s640/blogger-image--424628928.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-0sJyrQQ9Mjc/VsAdZ7ZyqfI/AAAAAAAADQs/H7622cTszQE/s640/blogger-image--424628928.jpg"></a></div><b>I had just bought a printer which allowed me to print the fabulous gemstone pictures. I found some awesome red embossed paper too. But what you can't tell from this angle is that I snuck in actual garnets. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2kVDrvsNUGs/VsAdbI9S5II/AAAAAAAADQw/W_s6AFL3Bzw/s640/blogger-image--1321360616.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2kVDrvsNUGs/VsAdbI9S5II/AAAAAAAADQw/W_s6AFL3Bzw/s640/blogger-image--1321360616.jpg"></a></div>One in each shaker! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I was so excited to send it off. And what I got in return was just as fabulous!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q--VIEukUKY/VsAdduUGRdI/AAAAAAAADQ4/SL7_dLxvm1c/s640/blogger-image-1875703728.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Q--VIEukUKY/VsAdduUGRdI/AAAAAAAADQ4/SL7_dLxvm1c/s640/blogger-image-1875703728.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b>My partner wrapped my letter in a cute baggie filled with goodies. And the pockets themselves were just as sweet. I adore the little envelopes she put on the bottom left pocket. </b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><br></b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><div class="separator" style="font-weight: bold; clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M7BctJW33yo/VsAdcQ9CMOI/AAAAAAAADQ0/6VZLSE5AZEc/s640/blogger-image--1075796617.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M7BctJW33yo/VsAdcQ9CMOI/AAAAAAAADQ0/6VZLSE5AZEc/s640/blogger-image--1075796617.jpg"></a></div><div class="separator" style="font-weight: bold; clear: both;">And little did I know, the 2016 pocket was actually a Starbucks Gift Card. Super thoughtful! </div><div class="separator" style="font-weight: bold; clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I must say, we've got a very talented group of ladies in our midst! I can't wait until our next swap. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Until next time,</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div><br></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-90344759904439961052016-02-13T13:24:00.001-06:002016-02-13T13:24:29.520-06:00First Encounters of the Flaker Kind...<b><i>Do you see what I did with the title there? A nice little spin on an old classic movie...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>My kiddos finally got me sick! Vomit, fever, sore throat, sinus drainage, the whole nine yards! I'm slowly rebounding but it hasn't been fun let me tell you.</div><div><br></div><div>Back in Decemeber I signed up for a swap, entitled 'New Year's Eve Bash'. I had fun making my PL and got assigned a partner, all seemed well with the world. But the deadline came and went, and still no PL. But instead there were more excuses. I waited as long as I could and finally I had to break it off. She eventually sent me something, although, I feel it is not what it could have been. This is not the time nor the place for me to post it or her name. </div><div><br></div><div>Instead I sent my creation to someone I had swapped with before. She'd coveted my New Years creations, and lucky for her, she got one! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--jYtEAtPjDk/Vr-C7Mi1Y9I/AAAAAAAADQc/aZv2MDhb-lg/s640/blogger-image-395468702.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/--jYtEAtPjDk/Vr-C7Mi1Y9I/AAAAAAAADQc/aZv2MDhb-lg/s640/blogger-image-395468702.jpg"></a></div><b>This was my first New Years Creation. Black, Gold, and glittery! I found some awesome Jolee's firework stickers and had some clicks to embellish my shaker pocket with too. I was tickled to send it off to her. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Knowing full and well I wouldn't get something back. </div><div><br></div><div>Or so I thought. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WL_ZnDmu6LE/Vr-C57HKMNI/AAAAAAAADQY/NzYBpxmah3E/s640/blogger-image--299589174.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-WL_ZnDmu6LE/Vr-C57HKMNI/AAAAAAAADQY/NzYBpxmah3E/s640/blogger-image--299589174.jpg"></a></div><b>Little did I know this was coming in the mail from her as a thanks. And boy was I surprised! Such a sweet and thoughtful thank you indeed! Can you tell Valentine's Day draws near?</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>It only goes to show you, that even in the midst of disappointment, doing what you love always brings many joys. </div><div><br></div><div>Thanks for the PL Allison!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-44203391374142214702016-02-06T22:42:00.001-06:002016-02-06T22:42:53.640-06:00The people that are brought into your life...<b><i>I've made friends with</i></b><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><i> some wonderful ladies thanks to pocket letter swapping. </i></b><div><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><i><br></i></b></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Unfortunately, my student teaching obligations have put my crafting on hold. I had to announce a hiatus, and even talked to a few of my good swapping friends about it. But those ladies didn't just lend me an ear...</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Kim sent me this;</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TBADswLgmT8/VrbLRKzPVlI/AAAAAAAADPk/uQP--qCb-M4/s640/blogger-image--1682471405.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-TBADswLgmT8/VrbLRKzPVlI/AAAAAAAADPk/uQP--qCb-M4/s640/blogger-image--1682471405.jpg"></a></div><b>A teacher themed PL! Spur the moment. How completely thoughtful was that of her? I loved the name plate in the middle, and the bell. She even sent me some sweet sticker packs. </b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b><br></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I was completely stunned and I thanked her. But these ladies didn't just stop there...</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I got this from Sabita a few days ago;</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nCnBv5dp5Bc/VrbLTB6wuoI/AAAAAAAADPo/4Dwqzlku7ec/s640/blogger-image--219139286.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nCnBv5dp5Bc/VrbLTB6wuoI/AAAAAAAADPo/4Dwqzlku7ec/s640/blogger-image--219139286.jpg"></a></div><b>It's a little flip book. Every inch covered with paper and sweet details, and of course goodies too. It's so small, and so perfect all at the same time. </b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b><br></b></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">These sweet surprises came at just the right moments, and on days where my patience had been tried. </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I can't even begin to tell you how special each of these ladies has been to me. Including Kim. And her and I have plans to meet at a scrapping convention soon. And I can't wait!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Until next time,</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-33476611515850244802016-02-04T21:38:00.001-06:002016-02-04T21:38:15.499-06:00My best friend loves sheep...<b><i>And playing computer games, and being crafty, and she's a great voice of reason too. </i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>She follows my blog and my Pinterest, and when I met her a few years ago, I knew she'd been put in my path for a reason. Because there are many moments she's kept me sane. Many times she's listened to me rant endlessly. Many times she has just been there, like a great friend should be. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>She'd been seeing my pocket letters and I finally decided I needed to make her one. And when I sent it, I also sent a blank page so she could make one too. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wNG8k9oL5cM/VrQZJkdVovI/AAAAAAAADPU/S06hBjGELBk/s640/blogger-image-593215690.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-wNG8k9oL5cM/VrQZJkdVovI/AAAAAAAADPU/S06hBjGELBk/s640/blogger-image-593215690.jpg"></a></div><b>Can you tell I was on my black, white, and gold kick? Oh how I loved that deer silhouette. I even put her initial on the gold chevron tag. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I gave her as much time as she needed. And all the resources I could think of including tips, tricks, and ideas to fill the pockets with. And when she told me she was sending mine, I was so excited. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-98jvkuU134A/VrQZIlJyixI/AAAAAAAADPQ/hXmmOzh1EyE/s640/blogger-image-760085439.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-98jvkuU134A/VrQZIlJyixI/AAAAAAAADPQ/hXmmOzh1EyE/s640/blogger-image-760085439.jpg"></a></div><b>And it was worth the wait! The handmade penguin is my favorite thing about it, besides the fact it was her first PL, which always makes it special. She used some gorgeous wrapping paper as her backgrounds and the beaded C in the center pocket was so thoughtful. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>It was so fun doing this with her. We've swapped books before, and mailed each other cards and drawings too. But out of all the things we've done together, this has been my favorite. </div><div><br></div><div>Thanks for being a great friend Chris! I would be lost some days if it weren't for you, and the Babaas too. </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time, </div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div><div><br></div><div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-91806742526534449442016-01-25T09:44:00.001-06:002016-01-25T09:44:26.198-06:00Time flys...<i>I can't believe it's a new year, and I can't believe how fast January has gone by. </i><div><i><br></i></div><div>I've begun my student teaching, and so far, it's been an absolute joy. But it doesn't leave me much time for Pocket Letters. So I've had to take a brief hiatus from creating. This hiatus does not include monthly swaps that I've signed up for with my friends like June and Kim. This also doesn't include my Texas swappers group! </div><div><br></div><div>But in the mean time, here are some swaps I've done...</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9dxmVwnIj4k/VqZC0CkdpII/AAAAAAAADMk/UVAFTAiCraM/s640/blogger-image-1888171099.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9dxmVwnIj4k/VqZC0CkdpII/AAAAAAAADMk/UVAFTAiCraM/s640/blogger-image-1888171099.jpg"></a></div><b>I sent this one to Lorrie, as she was absolutely coveting it. I must say, I was on a kick with the black and gold, and I loved all of the PLs I made with this scheme. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J4K_TcrlW2s/VqZCzG4X8WI/AAAAAAAADMc/nhPj8jq0Hvw/s640/blogger-image-1010780272.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-J4K_TcrlW2s/VqZCzG4X8WI/AAAAAAAADMc/nhPj8jq0Hvw/s640/blogger-image-1010780272.jpg"></a></div>She sent this one back! It's my only New Years PL and I absolutely love it! Every time I look at it I find something else I love. It has my initials, and a sweet working pinwheel, & sequins and sparkle galore! Just the other day I found a little note she left on it with Sharpie. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sOxwDqR5DQU/VqZC1EiEkZI/AAAAAAAADMs/f6RL5zDLrmY/s640/blogger-image--1168975144.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sOxwDqR5DQU/VqZC1EiEkZI/AAAAAAAADMs/f6RL5zDLrmY/s640/blogger-image--1168975144.jpg"></a></div>I sent this one to June for our monthly swap. Black and Gold again, and starts galore! I loved making the banners, such a fun and easy idea. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m64Vkk1Eu5o/VqZC2FBceaI/AAAAAAAADM0/NjvLjyttzXI/s640/blogger-image--440162039.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-m64Vkk1Eu5o/VqZC2FBceaI/AAAAAAAADM0/NjvLjyttzXI/s640/blogger-image--440162039.jpg"></a></div><b>I got this one in return from June. She's made several in this style, but you know what? This one is mine, and that's what makes it so special! I love the Owls at the bottom, and the feathers are so fun too! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I've made two swaps that are on their way to new homes, and I have one more in progress. </div><div><br></div><div>Any wait to share them!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-58714778669803467352016-01-04T22:35:00.001-06:002016-01-04T22:35:23.816-06:00Just for you...<b><i>Happy New Year followers!</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>My winter break is now over and my last semester of college is fast approaching! I start my student teaching on Thursday...talk about nerves and a wild mix of other emotions. </div><div><br></div><div>But onto craftier things...</div><div><br></div><div>Once again Kim and I were up to our side swap antics! </div><div><br></div><div>We had decided to do an "initial" theme this time. She designed a PL using 'C' things for me, and I made a 'K' PL for her. She had sent me mine before the new year, and I opted to not open it until she got hers. I must admit, I felt bad for taking so long. But I was struggling! I finally faced my fears and jumped right in. And I wasn't really a fan of my creation until the very end. It suddenly all came together and became so very special. I was mighty proud of it:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n7EM2GJJVw8/VotICgTLt2I/AAAAAAAAC-M/u5EAiHYSqV0/s640/blogger-image-2092378279.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-n7EM2GJJVw8/VotICgTLt2I/AAAAAAAAC-M/u5EAiHYSqV0/s640/blogger-image-2092378279.jpg"></a></div><b>K is for...Kites, Kitties, Keys, Knots, Kris Kringle, Kettle, Kind Hearted, K-9 (shout out to all the Whovians!) and last but not least Kaleidoscope! But most importantly, K is for Kim. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I added loads of K's, and even threw in some K words that I thought fit her. Of course I doubled up on decorations and did my best to make it as cohesive as I could (I like it when things just work together).</div><div><br></div><div>And after much waiting (talk about self control) I got to open mine:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UqhbRDMRQOU/VotH-K2t2zI/AAAAAAAAC-E/6EYa2Bj0VcM/s640/blogger-image--1544820623.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UqhbRDMRQOU/VotH-K2t2zI/AAAAAAAAC-E/6EYa2Bj0VcM/s640/blogger-image--1544820623.jpg"></a></div><b>C is for Coffee, Creative, Cupcake, Cute, Confetti, Crabby, Crosses, Cookies and of course CATS! C is for Cassandra!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I loved how the little tabs were hand written, and the 'Creative' pocket was especially genius. And of course, CATS! She sent goodies too including a sweet Rhinestone C and a Cherry Jolly Rancher candy (I LOVE JOLLY RANCHERS!). </div><div><br></div><div>What a great way to start the new year! I'm looking forward to our next swap, and in the mean time we'll have to put our heads together to start swap events in our Texas Swap Group!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-79886696993927780372015-12-13T01:55:00.001-06:002015-12-13T01:55:33.661-06:00C is for...<b><i>My last swap of the year...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>I had signed up for the C.H.R.I.S.T.M.A.S. Swap a bit ago. The theme was, each pocket decoration had to correspond the letter of Christmas. For example... C for Candy Canes!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kw7plueyB-4/Vm0kb-4mdUI/AAAAAAAACH4/P8_1B_qamfs/s640/blogger-image-2063868341.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-kw7plueyB-4/Vm0kb-4mdUI/AAAAAAAACH4/P8_1B_qamfs/s640/blogger-image-2063868341.jpg"></a></div><b>You can't see the candy canes here because the tassel was covering it up here. This was my most simple PL, but one of my favorites!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>And finally, the PL from my partner arrived today! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-N6fSAOoMxVc/Vm0kdMqNHdI/AAAAAAAACIA/jRNg3cMqyDw/s640/blogger-image--474049020.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-N6fSAOoMxVc/Vm0kdMqNHdI/AAAAAAAACIA/jRNg3cMqyDw/s640/blogger-image--474049020.jpg"></a></div><b>Allison makes her PLs extra special by decorating the back. She makes little doors and sneaks in extra decoration underneath! Many of our pocket decorations were the same too! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>This was such a great way to end the year! An amazing PL to fit in the last spot in my binder! Here's to 2016!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-12560834008311994492015-12-11T00:12:00.001-06:002015-12-11T00:12:39.535-06:00Snowmen!<b><i>The end of the year is approaching...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>And this morning I only had 2 more PLs to receive before the end of the year. My poor 2 inch binder is nearly splitting at the seams. </div><div><br></div><div>I'd recently ordered a Cricut Cartridge that if wanted. It seems I had it at one point but it vanished. And I needed it for a swap soon. </div><div><br></div><div>The theme? Snowmen! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9BmtzxwwJgU/VmppVUkgMVI/AAAAAAAACD4/wrewxgVS39g/s640/blogger-image-1944405071.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-9BmtzxwwJgU/VmppVUkgMVI/AAAAAAAACD4/wrewxgVS39g/s640/blogger-image-1944405071.jpg"></a></div><b>All the snowmen were cut on my Cricut. Then hand colored with my Copic markers. I also cut the snowglobe out and trees inside it. I added some beautiful pearl and rhine stone embellishments. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>This was going to someone who had been eager to swap with me. Lucky for us, we were paired this time around!</div><div><br></div><div>And today, the one she made me arrived! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dBrHaeKEk0g/VmppTIW1E6I/AAAAAAAACDw/IkOLtfPFUGc/s640/blogger-image-186852992.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-dBrHaeKEk0g/VmppTIW1E6I/AAAAAAAACDw/IkOLtfPFUGc/s640/blogger-image-186852992.jpg"></a></div><b>Look at all the unique snowmen! Each had its own flair but they all blended together! And man, talk about sparkle! The photo simply doesn't do it a justice! Notice how hers had a snowglobe too? Haha! Oh and the bracelet...apparently she does those on the side! How spoiled was I?!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>We had so much fun with this swap, and I'm sure we will swap again soon! :) </div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-2708747761577473872015-12-07T23:13:00.001-06:002015-12-07T23:16:35.832-06:00More Texas Side Swaps!<b><i>Today was a great mail day for me!</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>First, the mailman brought my new Cricut Cartridge I'd been waiting for, and then I got some Happy Mail from my friend Shaunery! But the icing on the cake was a PL from Sabita!</div><div><br></div><div>Recently I had sent her this!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hJr6Wwo6RNY/VmZm6CffbnI/AAAAAAAAB8Q/ZHiirKnmZS4/s640/blogger-image--1216617689.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hJr6Wwo6RNY/VmZm6CffbnI/AAAAAAAAB8Q/ZHiirKnmZS4/s640/blogger-image--1216617689.jpg"></a></div><b>The final product was a bit different. I added her name and added/moved around some embellishments! We opted for no theme, but this sure did turn out fun and funky! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>And here is the stunner Sabita sent me!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RAI9hwTBHTY/VmO2EwQdtJI/AAAAAAAAB7k/1Sbl9dvfNEg/s640/blogger-image-1578379308.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-RAI9hwTBHTY/VmO2EwQdtJI/AAAAAAAAB7k/1Sbl9dvfNEg/s640/blogger-image-1578379308.jpg"></a></div><b>Just look at how clean and crisp it all is! I love the doll, and how she chose to do a landscape PL layout. I love the little Texas tags she adds to all of her pages too! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Sabita really makes some beautiful PLs, and I can't wait to swap with her again soon!</div><div><br></div><div>Now, onto creating! Can't wait to share this one soon! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qk4oSUER9DU/VmZm7NtDmzI/AAAAAAAAB8Y/ZWEify-Ac6A/s640/blogger-image-774524.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qk4oSUER9DU/VmZm7NtDmzI/AAAAAAAAB8Y/ZWEify-Ac6A/s640/blogger-image-774524.jpg"></a></div><br></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-51574072794008927912015-12-02T23:25:00.001-06:002015-12-02T23:25:09.134-06:00Shabby Chic!<b><i>A week or two ago my friend Kim decided to start a Texans only PL swap group...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>Of course, I was in! And almost immediately I got into a swap with another Texan. Mel had been interested in doing a Shabby Chic swap, and I promised to fulfill her desire, as soon as my homework vanished. </div><div><br></div><div>But here's the thing, I had never done a 'Shabby Chic' swap before. So, I had to do some research. No sooner than I had set to work, something gorgeous laid in front of me. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-toB5LSdTklc/Vl_SM5J0kII/AAAAAAAAB4E/NrHpydWnygE/s640/blogger-image--1805067315.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><b><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-toB5LSdTklc/Vl_SM5J0kII/AAAAAAAAB4E/NrHpydWnygE/s640/blogger-image--1805067315.jpg"></b></a></div><b>Let's see, there are... Pearls, wooden accents, brads, buttons, flowers, die cut doilies, sequins, and distress inks too. Sweet baby pinks, and periwinkle blues! I added some lace trim, and a sweet lace bow to one of the pockets. And then, I posted a sneak peak to some of my groups!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I haven't been able to mail mine just yet, but I promised to mail it tomorrow. But Mel's came today, much to my surprise! </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6ftq2E7ARTE/Vl_SLlyBf4I/AAAAAAAAB38/lcCvquFHIfQ/s640/blogger-image--1447583002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6ftq2E7ARTE/Vl_SLlyBf4I/AAAAAAAAB38/lcCvquFHIfQ/s640/blogger-image--1447583002.jpg"></a></div><b>What a stunner! I can't even begin to explain how beautiful this is. There are rhinestones and pearl accents galore. A few vintage sticker decals, and delicate lace too! I think what I loved the most was the pink ruler style Washi that she used to trim the edge with. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I asked if she'd like to see mine, and she jumped at the chance. Apparently I did pretty darn good for having never made such a style before. </div><div><br></div><div>And evidently it was a hit with the other ladies too. June seemed to especially love it. So I made her a gift that I will send out tomorrow too. </div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sYamxyRJO14/Vl_SKqnmQ9I/AAAAAAAAB30/VeGsSq96Q3k/s640/blogger-image-626763956.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-sYamxyRJO14/Vl_SKqnmQ9I/AAAAAAAAB30/VeGsSq96Q3k/s640/blogger-image-626763956.jpg"></a></div><b>This is my very own one of a kind 'Pocket Strip'. 1/3 of a normal PL, with no goodies in back because it is double sided. I did my best to replicate the Shabby Chic feel. I hope she is surprised, and that she loves it just as much as she expressed a fondness for the original inspiration.</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Well, school is done and<b> </b>it's time for me to finally get some rest, so...</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-506159467456857532015-12-01T00:27:00.001-06:002015-12-01T06:46:52.210-06:00When Christmas comes early...<b><i>Just me again...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>I'm sick still, Bronchitis and Pneumonia now, which is what I feared would happen, but my last official day of classes is Thursday, and my projects will all be done by then!</div><div><br></div><div>Onto more crafty things...</div><div><br></div><div>My PL Pal Kimberly and I had decided to do a Christmas swap, and opted to send each other some sweet presents as an extra treat. I had her PL done and waiting in the wings for a while...</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-smBAyQ7Vb2c/Vl09vnf0TrI/AAAAAAAAB3I/DMZs1Cb5jYQ/s640/blogger-image--318459729.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-smBAyQ7Vb2c/Vl09vnf0TrI/AAAAAAAAB3I/DMZs1Cb5jYQ/s640/blogger-image--318459729.jpg"></a></div><b>She admired some of the paper and styling a from my Winter Wonderland swap. So I scraped together the leftover paper, colored a snowman, and embellished until I just couldn't fit anything else on! I wrapped up her presents, and in the mail it went!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Funny story...mine was supposed to be here on the 27th, the day after Thanksgiving, BUT it got sent to the wrong town. Go figure. So after a call, her treat to me finally showed up in my mailbox. And man was I in for a treat indeed!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CPffyIPCZAc/Vl09wjfAgZI/AAAAAAAAB3Q/7ANiREZWvoY/s640/blogger-image-1027595681.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-CPffyIPCZAc/Vl09wjfAgZI/AAAAAAAAB3Q/7ANiREZWvoY/s640/blogger-image-1027595681.jpg"></a></div><b>To begin with, the double sided paper she used was gorgeous. But what took me aback were the details. There was a sweet resin snowflake button on the bottom, and the wooden reindeer had rhinestone eyes. But she also 'singed' them with a match to make them look toasty. But my favorite part? The cat...</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qGE_69sgfrU/Vl09y0wL0aI/AAAAAAAAB3g/_1MqyBQEkQM/s640/blogger-image--910856608.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-qGE_69sgfrU/Vl09y0wL0aI/AAAAAAAAB3g/_1MqyBQEkQM/s640/blogger-image--910856608.jpg"></a></div>She has me figured out for sure!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gRnpZ5-aJ2c/Vl09xhsLI3I/AAAAAAAAB3Y/lwD-XLrY2Ms/s640/blogger-image--425409594.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-gRnpZ5-aJ2c/Vl09xhsLI3I/AAAAAAAAB3Y/lwD-XLrY2Ms/s640/blogger-image--425409594.jpg"></a></div>Look at all the treats she sent!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I squealed when each detail unveiled itself, and trust me, that was quite a sound with a flemghy, hushed voice!</div><div><br></div><div>Christmas came early indeed, and we can't wait to swap again! We are already plotting more PLs in the future. A challenge she gave me, and a theme, the first letter of our names! </div><div><br></div><div>Oh what fun!</div><div><br></div><div>Kim, you're a rockstar!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-47943378819024969602015-11-28T00:45:00.001-06:002015-11-28T00:45:50.934-06:00Adding to Lorrie's Story...<b><i>I remember my first swap with Lorrie...it was my first PL swap ever!</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>8 swaps later, and we finally decided it was time to swap again, this time, just for fun!</div><div><br></div><div>Here is what I sent out to Lorrie:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KQvJ4aH8XzY/VllNnXKiKXI/AAAAAAAAB2k/SAp9Yh3-hb8/s640/blogger-image--1831244605.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-KQvJ4aH8XzY/VllNnXKiKXI/AAAAAAAAB2k/SAp9Yh3-hb8/s640/blogger-image--1831244605.jpg"></a></div><b>I was inspired by her blog, titled Lorrie's Story. I added hints of gold, and of course when you need an 'S' you can never find one, so a 'Z' happend to work for the moment. I've had fun making the bows to cover my shaker pocket seams, and this was no exception. I loved how I was able to use the red heart strips to make the large card look like it had been 'taped'. </b></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Finally, my sweet treat from Lorrie arrived today! </div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VSi93HzgkeI/VllNlcbFCPI/AAAAAAAAB2U/hyZmc6DqaR8/s640/blogger-image-319855256.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-VSi93HzgkeI/VllNlcbFCPI/AAAAAAAAB2U/hyZmc6DqaR8/s640/blogger-image-319855256.jpg"></a></div><b>Look at the cute socks and the awesome felt letter! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vh1yAk-YWBo/VllNmUIhRBI/AAAAAAAAB2c/Z1Vj2HlRxCg/s640/blogger-image--1147224019.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vh1yAk-YWBo/VllNmUIhRBI/AAAAAAAAB2c/Z1Vj2HlRxCg/s640/blogger-image--1147224019.jpg"></a></div>Here is the professional photo she usually takes. I'm in love with the vintage theme this Christmas PL has. She even included some of her wonderful buttons that she hand makes. Oh, and we can't forget the jingle bell. Such a sweet touch! </b><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">And even though we set no theme, the timing is right for Holiday PLs galore. </b></div><div><b style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></b></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">I love Lorrie's pocket letters, she has such an elegant style that I admire so... </span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Can't wait to swap again soon Lorrie!</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><br></span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;">Until next time,</span></div><div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue Light', HelveticaNeue-Light, helvetica, arial, sans-serif;"><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-13316071280836136542015-11-22T01:19:00.001-06:002015-11-22T01:32:05.531-06:00More fun on the side...<b><i>Recently I've been exchanging more PLs in side swaps than through events. </i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>June is a member of our swap group who makes some stunning pieces. I was tickled when she asked if I'd like to swap on the side here and there. I happily agreed, and we set up our 'rules': No themes unless we feel like it and no goodies, unless we just couldn't help ourselves. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>I set to work with some new Project Life cards and whipped out this:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V_HxIE6gDOY/VlFsmh6VwsI/AAAAAAAABzI/XO9cDv08DGI/s640/blogger-image--1296031432.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-V_HxIE6gDOY/VlFsmh6VwsI/AAAAAAAABzI/XO9cDv08DGI/s640/blogger-image--1296031432.jpg"></a></div><b>This was a new style for me. 2 pockets have cards in them, 2 other pockets are shakers, 1 pocket had a card ontop, and then a jumbo card sat atop the last four. I fell in love with the colors immediately too. And the black bows just set it off, I love to make them. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Soon enough, my first one of a kind June Arnold PL arrived!</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Cz6193134h8/VlFslWn9yVI/AAAAAAAABzA/GzzZd-lMkaA/s640/blogger-image-1582934820.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Cz6193134h8/VlFslWn9yVI/AAAAAAAABzA/GzzZd-lMkaA/s640/blogger-image-1582934820.jpg"></a></div><b>I got another doll! That alone made me squeal. But just look at how sweet this Christmas themed PL is! I especially love the reindeer on the bottom. The banners are a nice touch too! I love that they are attached to simple paper clips, I must try this soon. The word "Merry" is actually a tag too! It was all so beautifully pieces together! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>Thank you June for asking me if I would like to swap, I can't wait to do more in the future! </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-79908217392998232432015-11-20T19:11:00.001-06:002015-11-20T20:20:17.826-06:00Winter Wonderland!<b><i>Life is spiraling into chaos...</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>School is almost over, which means there are endless amounts of projects to perfect and turn in. I'm stressed. I'm exhausted. I'm about one split hair away from a meltdown at any moment. </div><div><br></div><div>And I believe the reason I haven't imploded just yet is because I've been making Pocket Letters. </div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div>Recently I signed up for a Winter Wonderland themed swap. Here is what I sent out:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HVbwimVpqr8/Vk_Ey_ZhFoI/AAAAAAAAByw/gkpXzTJM_e8/s640/blogger-image--632540530.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HVbwimVpqr8/Vk_Ey_ZhFoI/AAAAAAAAByw/gkpXzTJM_e8/s640/blogger-image--632540530.jpg"></a></div><b>Silver and gold ruled this letter. I had some beautiful winter paper I picked up from my LSS, and I decided I needed to add a stamped and colored snowman to give it some personality. I added some acetate ornament decorations and in the mail it went!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>My partner got awfully busy with life. I don't blame her at all, my life has been a mess. But when it arrived today, I knew why it took a little longer to arrive...</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ET7gdVCNNY8/Vk_ExDYciVI/AAAAAAAAByo/wXAGxJKIkF4/s640/blogger-image--760495230.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ET7gdVCNNY8/Vk_ExDYciVI/AAAAAAAAByo/wXAGxJKIkF4/s640/blogger-image--760495230.jpg"></a></div><b>It was so beautifully wrapped. Every embellishment is perfect for the theme. And there were so many treats and goodies she added in. By the time I had unwrapped it all and emptied the pockets, I began to cry...</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>I've been so stressed, tired, and cranky and all it took to unravel me was this. Someone who took the time out of her own busy schedule to still think of me.</div><div><br></div><div>Thanks Veronica, we will trade again soon!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b> </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-31934994071057223052015-11-16T15:33:00.001-06:002015-11-16T15:33:32.117-06:00Puurfection.<b><i>Side swaps are fun!</i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>It's like having a pen pal, except you aren't confined to lined paper. </div><div><br></div><div>Kim & I have done 3 swaps now. The first one we were paired for a theme swap in our group. The other two have been swaps on the side, just for fun! </div><div><br></div><div>Recently, I sent her this:</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M3FqEGFR5cs/VkpLqjFMJDI/AAAAAAAABp8/4CA_KVuX9Bw/s640/blogger-image--852942804.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-M3FqEGFR5cs/VkpLqjFMJDI/AAAAAAAABp8/4CA_KVuX9Bw/s640/blogger-image--852942804.jpg"></a></div><b>I loved the colors! I added little touches all along the way too. Like the brass brads. And the you & me, our never ending story (I hope it never ends)! And the bows were a nice touch too. I'm able to make those fairly easily now. But something just seemed unfinished about it. That was until I looked up and saw my favorite 3D cat stickers. Two little blue cats, one for each of us, really finished this PL off. </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div> Well, today I received the one she made me. And man oh man, she nailed my personality spot on. Talk about squealing with joy!</div><div><br></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zERBX5gatq0/VkpLoHipfQI/AAAAAAAABps/jjXiQYu51L4/s640/blogger-image--1939728262.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-zERBX5gatq0/VkpLoHipfQI/AAAAAAAABps/jjXiQYu51L4/s640/blogger-image--1939728262.jpg"></a></div><b>Insert Crazy Cat Lady title! Just look at this! The colors! The little sayings! The cats! It is me! It's puurfect!</b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QcQilEAFTXs/VkpLpD8FzEI/AAAAAAAABp0/ZhruXXqT4Tk/s640/blogger-image-1678374515.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-QcQilEAFTXs/VkpLpD8FzEI/AAAAAAAABp0/ZhruXXqT4Tk/s640/blogger-image-1678374515.jpg"></a></div>Look at the goodies too! All with little nods to my obsession, erm, my favorite pet! </b></div><div><b><br></b></div><div>What a perfect treat to receive on this gloomy and rainy day! </div><div><br></div><div>School is almost over and I'm bogged down with final projects. I can't wait to share more PLs with you inbetween!</div><div><br></div><div>Until next time,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-60606934199099176372015-11-14T11:25:00.001-06:002015-11-14T11:25:27.898-06:00I'm behind!<b><i>Very. Very Behind. </i></b><div><b><i><br></i></b></div><div>I've created 5 PLs since my last post, but now that I have a few regulars, I can't ruin any surprises! I hope to be updating my blog soon!</div><div><br></div><div>Until then,</div><div><b><i>C.Jackson</i></b></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09871987117020729117noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6447178981736755932.post-47967860554908453802015-11-04T16:16:00.001-06:002015-11-05T11:28:42.468-06:00Just for Fun!<div style="text-align: center;">
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