I invested quite a bit of energy transforming my table and chairs into something that I would love instead of just something I got from the Art Van Clearance Center. It turned out really nice! I sanded the glossy finish of the wood with a rough sandpaper, then went over it with a finer sandpaper to smooth it out, then I painted on a coat of tinted primer, then two coats of flat black latex paint and then I rubbed on some Minwax Finishing Wax and buffed it in. Voila!

Here is Loralei wearing the retro t-shirt I got her to honor her mom’s love of Fraggle Rock!

I have been making my own cards for a while now… it saves money, allows me to be creative and adds a personal touch. I used to use only my scrapbooking materials to create cards, but last year I was invited to a Stampin Up party. I’ve been stamping ever since! I stamped my Christmas wrapping paper and gift tags this year. I continue to stamp all the birthday cards and thank you notes that I write. Here are some of my recent creations: