A Day of My Own

I've been so busy the last few weeks that I haven't had much time to craft.  But today as diferent...with hubby not feeling well and the grandkids playing quietly, I was able to put a few things together.  Feels good to get back into the swing of things!

This is a 4x4 canvas with dictionary pages Mod-podged then a bit of oil pastels to highlight. 

I'll be doing a demo at Ben's next week showing hte Imaginisce Petal Roller.  It's like a quilling tools and makes the coolest flowers.  This tag was so easy!

A "Bee's Eye" view.

My friend, Lindsay, with my fun flowers.

Just had to throw in a picture of our recuperating kitty.  When I wasn't making something, I was giving her medicine and a few extra hugs.

And, yes, I finally downloaded all my CHA pictures and will share them.   Maybe tomorrow!

So Glad...So Sad

It's been a great couple of  days. Lindsay has some great connections, my demos have gone well and the show is really fun.  The sad part is that my pictures won't upload.  Not being a techie person, I'm not sure what's wrong but as soon as I figure it out I'll get them out there.  Visit Lindsay's site for the latest and GREATEST news!  lindsayostrom.blogspot.com

CHA...Day 2

 Day 2 of set-up...first stop...Press Room.  Looks great doesn't it?

Next up is the booth...coming right along. 

Kurtis and I are just putting the finishing touches on a few things.

The banner with Lindsay's signature tree and heart.

Miss B is styling in my hubby's hat!

This should do the trick!  Her art looks fantastic on these walls.  Doesn't it just say "Come on in Hallmark and sign her up"?

Oh, those puppies can hurt after a long day!

It's been a great couples of days.  I personally have met some great folks.  Designers, vendors, convention personel...all have been friendly, helpful, and just plain  nice.  That makes for a wonderful start!  Stay tuned for more.

Day 1...Set up

We arrived at the LA Convention Center this morning at the crack of noon.  Car parked and unpacked we started the hardest job of the day...hauling everything into the center.  We got to Lindsay's booth to find we we're missing two of three walls.  But not to worry...Joe, the CES guys, to our rescue and we had our missing walls in a shake.

We created 3 accent panels, then Lindsay sorted,  punched and tied ribbons and directed our activities, Alli and Kurtis began hanging art and I manned the iron.  It took us a while but the booth started coming together by late afternoon,  After a quick trip to Wolfgang Pucks for nourishment we finished up the walls (almost) and decided to call it a day.  Another couple of hours tomorrow and we'll have a complete booth with Lindsays fabulous designs!  Then we're off to a few workshops and maybe a bit of refreshment.

No pics from me today.  I took them but the camera's in the car and I'm too pooped to make the trip to the garage to get it.  But look tomorrow for a peek at the booth and maybe a bit more!  My guess is that Linday will have some pics on her blog tonite so check it out.

So it's off to bed for me after my cheesecake dinner for some sweet dreams...no wait, that's the cheescake...anyway, check back tomorrow for the next chapter in our adventure.




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I've arrived!

We made it down to LA last  night without incident.  Dinner at the Cheesecake Factory and down for a good nights sleep.  Today is visiting with my sister and her husband, then tomorrow is a busy day, setting up Lindsay's booth.  No pics today but look for lots once we get set up!

Sunday in the City

We spent yesterday in the city with our youngest son and his family.  We did all the tourist stuff...Alioto's for lunch, Pier 39 to watch the seals and the aquarium, Fisherman's Wharf for the Wax Museum and Ripley's (yes, I know...they talked me into it!),  Lombard Street....a beautiful sunny day.  We're pooped but it was such fun.

Girls in a sea bubble.

Sleeping seals at Pier 39.

                          

Blonde...made of empty food boxes.

A zebra made of athletic shoes.                                                                                 

                                                                                    

My new friend.

Always a good idea!

                                                                                    

Rockin' Wall

Don't know why but I love the rock, the pattern, the sun on this wall at the park.  Could be a new Zentangle!