"Pimp My Desk"

I have a weakness for tables (and chairs, and mirrors, and scales. . . ). I don't seem to know where to stop! So. . . I mentioned I have been working on rearranging my studio a little (and finishing some house projects - photos to come). This has left me with a little dilemma - I have an extra table. I bought a new one for the center of my studio that can hold large printers trays full of my "goodies" which has left this little guy orphaned:

I thought I had better better pictures than this on file, so I didn't take any before I moved it out. I need to measure it exactly, but it is around 40" + inches wide. It has a shelf along the front bottom that comes in very handy. It is solid and heavy- shabby white. Best part is a "pimped" it up and added the wood trim piece to the top, the old metal brackets to the corners and a plexi glass top for easy cleaning.

If you are within driving distance and are interested just send me a note (jbowlin7@comcast.net). Price is $200

I am working on the gallery today - it will be up by Monday morning!!

Oh- and thanks so much for voting for Brewster. In the end he missed it by just a few votes, but he really got close thanks to you guys!

Vote for Brewster

Ok- I promised my mom that I would post this here. If you are so inclined please click here and vote for "my little brother" as she has so subtlety reminded me of all week! Once you click on the link you just have to scroll down and over to the right, click on the spot that says, "Click here to Vote". The voting page then comes up and you will see Brewster. I have no idea what he gets if he wins, but my mother is very excited. How can you NOT vote for this face - I just want to eat him up!! Voting ends at noon tomorrow (Saturday).

I have some exciting things planned for next month . . . more coming soon!!

Tweet, Tweet. . .

Tune in tonight to see the little house that "Jenni" built (and yes you get the sweet silver glitter bird, nest and eggs)!!

And. . . here are two little hints for the Papercrafting Kit:

New Double Sided (this one is big!) Border stamp. Exclusive to the kit. One side is a pinked edge and one side is a scalloped edge.

New JBS "Varsity" Journaling Cards and New JBS Rub-Ons (this is the Sketched Alpha - straight from the pages of an early 1900's Drawing Manual).

I upped the Project Kit quantities some this month in hopes to supply them to a few more people that want them. I also expect that we will have plenty of the Papercrafting Kit as well.

One quick note- if you are ever unsure if you have a membership to either kit, you can always log into your account and find out before purchasing a duplicate membership.

See you tonight!

One last trip to the farm. . .

We headed out to Hilton's, Va again for our last trip this summer to camp. My brother and nephew met us there. We could not have had a better day on Saturday! Low humidity and cooler temps - it was so beautiful. The boys played in the river all day and rode the go-cart around. Christian and I headed home at night to Jared's parents an hour away - we don't do the camping thing very well! I took these pictures in the barn while I was there. I thought it was funny how they are great examples of what I am getting from these guys right now:

Cheesy grin and

irritated brow.

I played with one of the bingo cards and my new journaling label stickers on a roll (they come in 4 colors and have this wonderful feel to them and are a little transparent)!! This is what I came up with:

Happy Tuesday!

Finally. . .

I tell you, I really DO want to be more than a once-a-week blogger. I think once school starts again (August 1st for us) things will get a little more routine around here. We have been playing alot!!

First of all, I wanted to mention that I put a few more July Project Kits (butterfly box) up for sale just now. We had several duplicate memberships that we have been working to clean up this week and that left us with these leftover Project Kits.

So finally, here are some previews of new product for the summer! The August kit is being built around these papers (my new "Varsity" line)!!

I have new Stickers, sheets and rolls, Die Cut Alpha Blocks, Journaling Cards and Rub-Ons - all new and all coming in the August kit.

I also have an additional line of paper that we will be using in the Project Kit next month. I have always had this thing about finding a pattern I loved and wanting it in 10 colors, you know? I noticed Martha Stewart is doing that with several of her designs. You can buy them in a set of one pattern, but 6 colors. So. . .I decided to start a "Basics" line (not the official name) and am starting with this great Soda Label pattern!! It comes in 6 colors - all of which coordinate with other JBS collections so you can mix and match. Here is a sample of the Kelly Green paper that matches the Varsity line:

And last but not least, here is a little peek at the new Bingo Cards. They are 5 x7 and are printed on a lightweight matboard. Thin enough for your scrapbook pages, but strong enough to stand alone for altered projects. In fact, we are making a house out of them for next month's Project Kit - my most ambitious project yet! I also had every number from 1- 24 included so you could easily find kid's birthdays, anniversary's etc.

I have busy trying to finish some projects in my house and studio - I will post some photos soon!!

Updates and Previews!

Whew!!! What a crazy couple of weeks. I believe we have now officially visited every living relative on both sides of the family along the east coast! More on that below, but for now I wanted to update you on what JBS was able to do for the Gallacher family:

Last month we collected $106 from many of our generous members - THANK YOU! Combine that with our pledge of $1500 we have a total of $1606. Jen has requested that we make a donation on Joey's behalf to the hospital that treated him and the Make a Wish Foundation. We will be splitting the funds between these two organizations. We are so thrilled to be able to do this and hopefully make a difference in the lives of families just like the Gallachers'.

Here is a pic of my red-headed nephew. He was the star of our trip to Atlanta. The kids fought everyday for his attention (not to mention his two biddy aunts)!

And here is one from our trip to Ohio. I accidentally had this on portrait so it blurred Jared and left Christian crystal clear. I would have preferred it all clear, but what do you do! This was the purest light I have ever seen. They were standing at the entrance of a HUGE white barn- it was reflecting the sunlight brilliantly. I love daylight photography. Mostly because I don't have the right flash equipment for bad inside lighting nor the expertise in photoshop to fix it after the fact. Christian was in Jared's cousin's wedding while we were there and I really didn't get any great shots in the church/reception so I finally gave up! AND, I had the setting on portrait yet again for his outside tux shots and came up with blurry photos (not in a good way). Ughh!

Well now that I am back to it, I am finalizing all of our new products debuting in next month's kit. This is our largest introduction yet! The Papercrafting Kit, Project Kit and Add-On will all be filled with brand new JBS product. And for those wholesale customers reading this that means a new catalog coming to you as well by the end of the month. I will post some photo previews in the next few days, but in the meantime think happy thoughts about Kelly Green and Navy Blue!!!

So Sorry!!!

It is 4:00 am my time and the site is changed over now to the new July kits. You may not be seeing the new photos in the blocks on the home page (I am checking on that), but the new kits are indeed there if you go to "Shop".

I am on the road and literally sat there at midnight telling my brother that I was going to have to be up that late tomorrow to set the site live. Somehow I got my nights mixed up in my head. Uggh!! I realize some of you stayed up and tried to no avail so I am very sorry!!

Previews as promised!

Here are some little hints as to what is coming on the 1st!
This is a little layout I did with some of the elements from the Papercrafting Kit. All of the paper and several accessories are brand new 7gypsies - just released! Also some new rub-ons from Basic Grey (the swirls) and luscious velvet ribbon from Making Memories. I also used some glitter from the add on kit on the scalloped border, but you can't tell in the photo! There is actually quite a bit of blue in the kit along with the yellow and the brown.

And here is a little peek at the Project Kit:

See you on Sunday! The chipboard birds, label frames and suns will also be available for individual sale beginning this month. AND. . .we just found a couple of Project Kits from last month (the birds) so I will put that back up on the 1st as well until they are gone.

What a week!!

Crabs, WaWa milkshakes and Rainbowland! I had a great time in Maryland (came back with an extra pound or two I am sure). This is our crazy time of the summer - we are headed out again in just a few days. Crazy!

The kids had such a great time at Rainbowland. It really is amazing what they do there. I believe they have 400 kids a week and it is a PRODUCTION! So many great volunteers (including my mom, brother, SIL and niece).

(brother and SIL - can you tell she was the captain of the cheerleaders)!!

(Noah - the theme was "Indiana Jones")

On the last day I went up to see the final "act" of the week. They had a drama/singing/dancing program at the end of each day. I was truly amazed. I have been to many concerts and I believe the screaming and energy was greater here (not my Noah's thing, but he coped)! It was really moving to see the reaction of the kids and to know what all of the excitement was about.

And of course we found a little time for the pool each day:

Sneak peeks for July coming on Friday!!

June Gallery is up and a little July tease. . .

Jared loves me for this one, let me tell you! I couldn't resist -

I am headed out for the week to visit my family in Maryland (i.e. to eat some crabs, drink WaWa milkshakes and take the kids to "Rainbowland" at Chesapeake Church). So. . . I will be absent for a few days.

But to tide you over, here is a little eye candy that has something to do with one of the kits for July!!!!

(these make me sooooo happy. I'm having a hard time sharing)!!

June Gallery. . .

is coming! You will see parts and pieces as I am loading things now. Where you see old will be replaced with the new by midnight tonight (including the new Project Kit instructions). I usually have it done by the am on the 12th but I am running a little behind today!

The Creative Universe

I was talking to Ranjini over at Scrapologie earlier this week and she mentioned something to me that I have thought alot about since. She had taken a class from Heidi Swapp at some point who mentioned that she never hesitated to reveal creative sources, experiences and the such as she felt it just went out into the "creative universe" and would come back to her someday in a new way (I'm sure I mis-quoted, but I believe that was the summary, right Heidi)?? Anyhow - isn't this a really cool concept? Are we not all blessed each day, particularly in the age of the Internet, with individuals who share their passions, inspirations and ideas with us everyday? As I was thinking on all of this last night, I hopped over to one of my favorite places to go, Rebecca's blog, and wouldn't you know that this was the theme of her most recent entry?

So. . . I thought it would be appropriate today to share some of my favorite links and local creative spots with all of you!

1. - first of all, if you don't already have the blog of Pam Garrison earmarked, you must do this now! She is incredibly creative and very diligent about posting "eye candy" on a regular basis. She also provides great links to fellow artists and websites. It is a great source for the creative soul!

2. - if you love vintage and vintage inspired embellishments you won't want to miss Paper Valise. Just looking at the home page will make your heart go pitter patter. Check out Mantofev for even edgier stuff.

3. - Ebay- what can I say? I don't know how I survived without it! The only thing I miss are the days when everyone wasn't into it and you could get things alot cheaper! You need to drop in at least once a week and run a search on what you are looking for to stay on top of the best stuff. Try "Old Store" , one of my favorite search phrases to find old displays for studio storage, apothecary jars and other cool items!

4. - if you live near Nashville, you don't want to miss the flea market at the fairgrounds. You have to search, but you can find almost anything there. Last time I picked up a pile of old canning jar lids that had the perfect patina. I really want to make some collages in them (in my free time)! There is a booth in the Sports Arena/Barn that you won't want to miss. She makes necklaces out of old typewriter keys, but her booth is full of old tin letters, signs, ledgers and knick knacks. She just started setting up about 3 months ago. I keep going and spending big bucks so she will keep coming back! ha! Leave me some things if you get there first!

Here are two of my finds from the other day!

Sneak Peeks

So here are some sneak peeks at this month's kits. On sale tonight at midnight!!

I made this with the Papercrafting Kit - some glitz from Making Memories and some beautiful papers and stickers from Melissa Frances!! Also look for silk ribbon, star sequins, beautiful opaque shell sequins in 3 colors, Ghost Hibiscus for HS, some goodies from My Mind's Eye and more!

And here is a little peek at the Project Kit for the month. We will be making 6 birds total - some with photos. I am in LOVE with this. I want to hang them from every chandelier in my house!

Also for sale this month under JBS Exclusive Products are "Spring Picnic" paper packs, journaling cards and mini papers as well as the Pink Die Cut Label paper (all from last month's kit). I will also put up the Butterfly Chipboard and the Bird and Banner Rubber Stamp.

AND. . . DON'T FORGET ABOUT OUR FUNDRASIER FOR THE GALLACHER FAMILY WHO LOST THEIR SON TO CANCER IN APRIL. HERE'S HOW IT WILL WORK:

You will find a "Donation" product under the NEW section and under the JBS Exclusive Products section- either place. It will be in the amount of $1 but you can change the quantity to whatever you would like. 100% of the money donated goes straight to Jen (or as a donation for research - her choice). Jared and I will match the donations up to $3000, but with a minimum of $1500. Jen is a sweet and faithful woman who has had to cope with something no mother should ever have to face. I'm so happy to have this opportunity to help in some small way!

See you tonight!

I hope you had an enjoyable weekend~!

We had a lovely time in Destin, although it was way too short. Perfect weather and we found a new place that was so very quiet - I loved that! I was also able to spend some time really working on the product development for July/August introductions which I rarely seem to be able to do at home (so many other things call my name). I also found the time to run to my favorite antique stores in the afternoons. Here are my finds:

My heart skipped a beat when I found the drawing books and the pile of sheet music - and the apothecary jars were a steal at $30 a piece. The prayer book is hard to see, it is tucked behind the bird planter, but it has a beautiful carved bone cross on the cover. It is lovely. I also couldn't pass up the palm tree plate - I just need to find a place for it in this office!

Look for some kit previews for June tomorrow and/or Thursday!!

Some random things

I keep thinking things are going to get less busy. I have been saying "once we get this in place things will get easier" for a long time now. Ruth just laughs at me when I say it now. Somehow we are managing a quick trip to Destin this weekend and I am longing for some "peace". I picked up the new Maroon 5 CD today for the trip. Run don't walk - it's a good one. I went into Target on April 22nd begging the electronics guy to find it for me (I just new it was there - somehow I got my month's mixed up). I think I was a little teary eyed cause he felt bad for me and kept looking even though I knew he knew better.

So here are the random things:

Here's a little layout I did for the Fiskar's blog this week.

So glad to be invited over there. I will try to remember to put it in the gallery at the site - I know it is a little slim this month. I am working on that for the future- a fun contest. I think it is going to take me another month to get it together though. I want it to be big!

I have some new chipboard shapes that will pop up in the kits in June like these. . .

And these. . .

And these. . .

All extra large (6" and 4") just like I like them.

And in June we will be making a special donation to help Jen Gallacher and her family who recently suffered the loss of their son Joey to cancer. Jen is one of the kindest people I have met in this industry with such a sweet spirit. I have been devastated by this as I know many of you have been. I will tell you more about it on June 1st!

Have a great night!

Fun Stuff. . .

Two new sites/blogs launched this week. First, check out my friend Jeanette's website (and us having fun at the Oxygen Bar at the Scrap Etc. event in Birmingham!) at www.scrapinstyletv.com. Then hop over to www.onelittleword.blogspot.com. These girls set up a blog around Ali's one word challenge and it looks like there will be alot of inspiration here!!

And, doesn't this look like fun?

Noah got a go-cart for numerous things (mostly for a great school year). We look like hillbillies at our property I'm sure with our lawn chairs and go cart (no house yet - who needs one of those)! Jared took me for a ride too:

(This was pre-surgery of course. Still on restriction for go-carts for a little while).

And while we were there I shot this one of Alex. He has the same color hair I had when I was a baby. I swore my kids would have it, but I got a nephew instead!

Sneak peeks coming this weekend!!

Recovering. . .

As you might have noticed I have been gone for a little while! I must confess I have been recovering from surgery (no worries- it was honestly mostly elective) and I have enjoyed the fact that it forced me to slow down a bit. I told Jared as I laid in bed watching TV (in a drug induced haze mind you) that I was actually enjoying it (did I mention the drug induced haze? I pulled myself off of the meds after 2 days and decided I wasn't enjoying it as much)! Nonetheless, I am feeling much better and things are slowly getting back to normal.

I just finished getting the gallery up for May. Here is a sneak peek:

Please continue to post your layouts in the Share area!! I will be announcing a fun contest next month so stay tuned. . .

May kits for sale- tonight at 12:00am central time!!

You have seen peeks of the May kit, but here are some shots of the other goodies available this month! The project kit was really inspired by some wonderful banners I have seen Pam Garrison make with vintage wallpaper and other goodies. I fell in love with the Anna Griffin paper at show and knew it would be perfect for this project. You will see some close ups at the site tonight. It includes some INCREDIBLE glitter from Art Institute called "Fossil" that I used to give detail to the butterflies.

Here is a peak at the Add-On kit. It includes 2 new JBS chipboard shapes - Butterflies!! Also some great German Scrap - a full sheet, with birdies, crowns, and bees!

This kit can be found under "Limited Edition Kits". Also found in that category this month is a special project in honor of National Scrapbook Day. I sweet collage celebrating the person behind the hobby- YOU!

Also available this month - all of the new JBS rub-ons, 6 styles in black and in antique cream. All three Felt Shape Sets and the two Scalloped Notecard Sets. You will find these under JBS products.

And a reminder- if you are unsure if you have a membership set up already, please log into your account. It will show this information to you there.

I'm off to get all of the images loaded and ready to go! Have a great night-

And the winners are. . .

Nicole Boyles

Sara Garza

Robin Stedem

We did a "musical mouse" game to pick them instead of numbers. Noah turned around, I rolled the mouse, and he told me when to stop! Please send us a note at jennibowlin@gmail.com ladies with your address and the stamps will be on the way! I need to do this more often as I so enjoyed reading all of the posts!

And. . . here is a peek at the new paper line for the May kit called "Spring Picnic":

Thanks for the hints on adding more photos to the blog. I am so impatient!!

Weekend Re-Cap, A Great Cause, A Preview and A Giveaway!!!

God blessed us with a BEAUTIFUL weekend here. Sunny skies and 70+ degrees for 3 days. After the yard sale on Saturday, we headed out to a friend's house with stocked ponds so the boys could fish. Here is the one catch of the day (yes, the "1" catch). . .

On Sunday we drove 2 hours East to Fall Creek Falls with the Mannella's. Again - it was beautiful and we had a great time (all of us trying to keep up with Jared. It was nice to have some company on the back of the trail). Here is a photo I snapped of Rich and his and Ruth's eldest. A little blurry but I still thought it was sweet:

And. . . for those of you waiting for a May preview here is a little one:

This is the new JBS rubber stamp in the May kit!!! You know I have to incorporate journaling somehow so I took my favorite bird image from the new rub-ons and added the banner. I'm so excited to play with this one!

I also wanted to tell you about a local event going on this coming weekend in the Carthage area. I was looking for an opportunity to donate tons of great product I had been given over the year for book projects, etc. I connected with Jane at my yard sale and found out she was putting on a "Crop and Shop for a Cause" to benefit Habitat for Humanity (one of my very favorite charities). So, she is coming by today to pick up two large boxes from me of brand new products (companies have been so generous to me, but even over the course of a year, I can't use everything!!! AND, many times I buy it because I'm impatient and then find it in the mail the next day!! ). It is at the Carthage United Methodist Church this Fri. April 27 and Sat. April 28. You can contact Jane at turner4062@bellsouth.net for more info.

And, because I am in a generous mood, I have 3 boxes of several new or gently used rubber stamps going to random posts here. I will check the blog on Friday morn. and have Noah help me choose three winners. So post away!! (I would add a photo here but apparently blogger only lets you post 3 pics in one post)!

Yard Sale Queens

That is me and Ruth. And we are last minute girls. Both of us get so tired of the clutter that we can't handle it anymore and we MUST purge today, you know?

So. . . Ruth and I are having a Yard Sale on Friday and Saturday (April 20th and 21st). 8:00 on. Tons of new scrapbook stuff and display stuff (from me- not Ruth. Still haven't gotten her to do a page)!

If you are local and want directions just send Ruth a note at jennibowlin@gmail.com.

Now back to the attic. . .

(and P.S. - for my stores, the wholesale newsletter should go out tonight and new items should be available by Friday. You can sign up for this newsletter if you are a store by using the link that says "retailers" on the bottom of the home page at the site)!!

A few more kits found and a quick preview!

I swear at least once a day I come up with something profound to blog about it. I really do. Do any of you do that out there? I always have good intentions and big ideas but I never seem to find the time. I really would like to use this for more than just a "newsletter" but time has not been on my side lately. . .

So. . .on to the "news"!

Tomorrow at 8:00pm central time I will put the Papercrafting Kits for April back up for sale. I had a few materialize after we finalized billing.

And, here is a little preview of whats to come! This is one of 6 of the new rub-ons styles from JBS (each style is also available in antique cream). There will be one in each kit next month (this style will be in the Add-On kit) and they will also be available for sale at the site beginning in May. Wholesale information will go out on them this week if you are a store on that list.

Just in case you missed it. . .

Here is the layout I had in the April newsletter made with this month's kit and the Add-On kit. This is my favorite picture of my mother as a little girl:

I will most likely have a few more of this month's Papercrafting Kit once I get through this next week and some final billing. I will post here if I do and will give a day and time when I will put them back up for sale. I went ahead and put a few more of the Project Kits from this month back for sale at the site. There are also still a few more of these add-on kits.

The gallery will be up by the end of the day on Thursday as usual. My guest designer this month is the wonderful Cathy Blackstone. Don't you think this kit has her written all over it??

I will share some hints on the May kit soon but it is 95% new JBS product!!! Can you believe that! Paper, rub-ons, journaling cards, chipboard, scalloped notecards, flower felt and a new rubber stamp! The new collection is called "Spring Picnic". Think pinks, blues and deep red.

Look for a little green coming this summer to JBS too!

New Music

When I am anticipating alot of time in front of the computer I usually make a run to Best Buy for new music! I have to get the wholesale site images loaded tonight and tomorrow (lots of photoshop sizing) so I made a quick run yesterday. I was motivated also in part because the new Alison Krause CD was released yesterday and I new I had to have that. There are some songs previously released (mostly from the Cold Mountain soundtrack which I also have), but I believe there are 5 new ones. This one is worth every penny. I also picked up Robin Thicke (I can't explain his sound - but you will grove to this!) and Paolo Nutini. I picked up Ben Harper's newest from late last year as well, but haven't put it in yet. This is the first time I have bought a round of CD's in a long time where I enjoyed every track.

Maroon 5's new one comes out on the 17th and I am pumped about that! I always say I just like good music, not matter the genre. You can look at my playlist and tell that for sure.

So there's my reviews for now. I'm avoiding photoshop but I must get back at it! I just ran to Cold Stone Creamery for a little double dark chocolate with almonds to get me through the night. So much for the bathing suit this year. Maybe I'll get one of those with the little skirts!

New Products!! - Midnight tonight, central time zone

Tonight at midnight the new kits for April will be for sale as well as the following items found in the JBS exclusive product area:

Black Line Paper Packs

Red and Black Line Mini Paper Packs

Red and Black Die Cut Label Paper

Scroll Label Rubber Stamp (from the March Kit)

Black Journaling Cards

Journaling Stars Printed Tickets

Who, Where, When Printed Tickets

Red, Black, Blue and Pink Label Stickers (FYI that the red label stickers are in this month's kit and the pink label stickers will be in next month's kit)

Remember to choose the combine option at checkout if you are currently a member and would like for your cart items to ship with you monthly kit(s). You have this option every month until the 5th.

Also remember that the Add-On kit is shown under "Limited Edition Kits". This month it includes the sweetest German Scrap children, more than 50 years old! Here is a photo:

It's a long one. . .

but it should be after almost 2 weeks, right?

We had a great time at Disney. It was not a planned vacation really. Just decided to go a couple of weeks earlier. I HAD to get away and spend some time with the boys one on one. From a business perspective I had no business doing this right now. From the "mom" perspective, I couldn't not. They have been so neglected - by both of us really. So, I spent 6 days taking Dramine and walking until my feet and legs ached (with a half million other people always on your trail)! It was crowded, but it was honestly manageable. I bought these shirts at Target for them the day we left in preparation for the Magic Kingdom:

We headed right for Pirates of the Caribbean when we got there to see Jack Sparrow. I can't believe how realistic it was -so amazing. The boys rode everything they were able to ride. Christian got on Space Mountain (barely made it in) and put his hands up right away - I couldn't believe it. Here we are afterwards:

This was his expression the entire trip -every picture.

After this, they were ready to tackle Expedition Everest at Animal Kingdom (our favorite Disney park)! They just opened this last year and it is very, very cool. An amazing end- but I will leave that surprise to those who will be going soon! Christian rode it 4 times, Noah 6. He even stood in line and rode by himself one of those times. He is officially hooked on Roller Coasters. He did his first "upside down" one at MGM Studios with the Rock and Roller Coaster. And he rode Tower of Terror twice. Unbelievable for the kid who yelled "go bye bye" everyday we entered the parks on his first trip 5 years ago!

For those who stuck it through my boring vacation play-by-play, here is a little preview. A little birdie told me JBS is introducing felt shapes and these are the 3 you will be getting in the March Kit! Ready for stiching and sequins (or whatever else the creative mind will come up with for embellishment)!

(for my stores reading this, you be getting the information on the felt, rub-ons and scalloped notecards in the next week to 10 days. If you still have not signed up for wholesale information please do so using the "retailer" link at the website. We will be launching the wholesale site in about a week)!

Way too long. . .

So sorry for the long hiatus. I had a weekend teaching event in Birmingham the 15th - 17th (thanks Scrap Etc. - it was a WONDERFUL event!) and came home just in time to board a plane for Disneyworld!

I have updates and yes, sneak peaks for you. It will be tomorrow or Thursday for sure. I am so far behind and just trying to play catch up now!

Substitution Kits. . .

will go back on sale at 4:00 this afternoon (central time). I have quite a few again so I don't expect them to sell out right away. This is the best I can do with my timing here as I am headed to Scrap Etc. for the event there this evening (looking forward to seeing all of you)!

PLEASE NOTE (and this will be shown when you purchase) - if your order includes the substitution kit, we will not begin shipping these until Tuesday, March 27th. The rubber stamps are due in by the end of next week and we are unable to ship until then. I just want to make sure anyone that purchases this is aware of that. Again, it will also be posted in the product description at the site.

I am going crazy- decided that is just how life is going to be for a little while. Looking forward to a calm down soon!!!

More Substitution Kits (!) and other news. . .

My sweet friends at Stampotique are able to get me a few more stamps, so I am going to put the substitution kits back up for sale in a couple of days. I will let you know the exact day and time here. Another reason to be a blog reader!

You can find the hangers from the Project Kit online at http://www.characterconstructions.com/cgi-bin/itsmy/go.exe?page=11&domain=1&webdir=catherinemoore

Some of the star tickets will be included in the April kit tin for those that wondered. They will also be for sale at the site sometime in April and available at a store near you hopefully!

The March Gallery will be live by tomorrow evening. Here is something to tide you over. I photographed it a little crooked but you get the idea:

Check these out!!

Aren't they cute?? Something that has been in my head for a long time. They come in 2 styles, 3 colors each. They will be bundled together, 6 of each color (18 total tickets) per style.

The two styles are "Journaling Stars" and "Who, Where, When":

The wholesale newsletter will go out by the end of the weekend for those that signed up on the Retailers link at the site. We do not officially "launch" until April, but we are going to go ahead and offer the bulk of the line at this time!

I have some more fun things to tease soon, including felt shapes and rub-ons!!

So, so busy- I know I don't pop in here very often. I am really hoping for some more time soon! (Oh- and here is some more booty from a week or so ago. I am sitting on the barkcloth pillow now and I must say it is quite comfy)!

Lightbulb moment. . . !

Hubby and I put our heads together and came up with an idea!! Tomorrow at 11:00am, (central time zone) I will put a substitution kit for sale under "Limited Edition Kits". This will basically include all of the JBS exclusive products - 12 x 12's, minis, die cut label cardstock, label stickers, star chipboard frame, journaling cards and the rubber stamp. I will even throw in a little sprinkle of the blue butterfly sequins. This kit will be $18.50 and it will only be available this way for this month (or until they are sold out, but I will have quite a few). The pieces will not be offered individually until next month.

So, if you are interested or know someone who might be you can let them know!

I'm hoping to get a decent photo of it to post in the morning. We are under tornado warnings at the moment - no sun all day!

Sorry to disappoint. . .

I wish I could tell you that the whole inventory thing is an exact science, but it never seems to work out that way! I'm so sorry we sold out so fast and disappointed some of you. I do have a suggestion though!!

Most of the product from this kit, more than half, was exclusive JBS product. The pattern paper, tiny papers, label stickers, die cut label cardstock, journaling cards and the rubber stamp - these are all things that will be available for individual sale. So, the good news is, you can purchase the majority of the kit that way!! We normally do not put the new product up until the 1st of the following month, but I will try to get all of these things on the site individually in the next 2 weeks or so - a little early at least. I am still waiting on my full shipments of some things. And, if you wanted to add a little to this, you could always purchase the Add-On kit now, knowing that you are interested in purchasing these items? Just a thought. . .

Many of you are asking me about the hangers for the Project Kit - I will post a source here on the blog for you in the next couple of days, okay?