Memphis Monday

We met Joy in Indianapolis on Saturday afternoon to pick up Memphis.  I was so pleased he remembered us and came right up to the boys and greeted them.  He made the trip back to Columbus easily and we didn't hear a peep out of him the entire trip.  He made his way around the house and checked out every nook and cranny.  That night he slept on the doggie bed next to Kemper's bed.

The next morning he met several of the neighbors and their pets.  Memphis got along really well with the boxer next door and they ran circles around the yard until they collapsed, exhausted.  I'm so glad he found a friend with whom to romp.

In the afternoon, we took Memphis to our local dog park.  He had such a great time romping will newly found friends.  A couple of the dogs (and some people) were a little intimidated by him.  There were several dog scuffles (there always HAS to be a bully on the play ground, right?) and Memphis stayed clear of them and didn't get involved.  I was so proud of him! 

I think what impresses me the most about Memphis is how quiet he is for such a big dog.  It's almost as if he tip toes around the house.  He doesn't bark or charge the door when the bell rings.  I just love that!!!

Here is our handsome fellow.  Just look at the size of those paws!

Here is Joy with Memphis. 

The Start of a New Year/Memphis Monday

Happy New Year!  I'm thrilled to kick off 2012.  Our family has many exciting changes planned for this year and all will be revealed in due time, however, our first new exciting change will come on Saturday!  We have finally found a new addition to our family.  After being dog free for the past year and a half we have found a new baby.  I use the term "baby" loosely since Memphis is an 8 month old Great Dane. 

Here is Memphis when we first met him.  He was sooooo timid and shy.  He would peek his head around the corner and look at us then duck back in the room.

After some coaxing and a handful of homemade doggie treats, Memphis decided we were OK and he would let us love on him.   That is Max between Kemper and Griffin.  I think he was feeling a little left out since Memphis was getting all the attention now.

We took him outside to run on Joy and Jerry's fabulous nine acres.  What gorgeous property they have!  Memphis loved running and playing fetch with the boys and you can see the instant bond he had with them.  Just look how he leans into Robert and Kemper, so trusting!

We are adopting Memphis from Joy and Jerry Lobato in Kansas City.  They are friends of my parents and have raised danes for over 30 years.  Here is their website.  Their accomplishments are amazing.  What impressed me the most is that these dogs are not just a hobby for them but their family.  They have a great amount of love for each and every dog (10 total!) in their home.  Also, Jerry is an accomplished artist and sculptor.  He has been commissioned to create some wonderful pieces.  You can see his website and amazing artwork here. 

We are thrilled to welcome Memphis into our family and I'm sure you will be seeing a lot of him on my blog and in my scrapbooking. 

Little Red Scrapbook November Kit

The LRS November kit features the fabulous Bo Bunny Forever Fall collection.  This kit is very vibrant and perfect for all those colorful photos taken at the pumpkin patch.  Here is the main kit:

 

LRS also offers 6 different add-on kits which compliment the main kit nicely as well as a theme kit featuring Prima North Country Collection. See all kits at our new Little Red Scrapbook online store!

Here are some sneak peaks at my projects:

October Copic Classes at Hobby Lobby

We are back from vacation and I'm desperately trying to catch up on everything.  

 

The technique this month will be "dotted background".  

Location:  Hobby Lobby - 5865 Chantry Drive, Columbus OH, 43232
 
When:  Saturday, October 29, 12:30 - 2:30

Cost:  $15 paid to me on day of class.  Cash is preferred and I'm unable to take credit cards (sorry!)

What to bring:  Scissors, distress ink (optional), glue dots, pop dots, adhesive

Copic Markers:  C1, C3, C5 (these colors are all sold at Hobby Lobby)

Please let me know if you will be attending class and if you would like an extra kit for $4.


Looking forward to seeing you all in class!

Here are the colors I used to color the image:

September Copic Cards at Hobby Lobby

We had a fabulous first class in August!  Thanks to those of you who were able to come.

 

The technique this month will be "Faux Airbrushing".  Learn how to get the look of the Copic Marker Air Brush System without using an air gun.  If you have a Ranger Craft Sheet, please bring it to class.  This item is not required, but will make clean up easier.

Location:  Hobby Lobby
5865 Chantry Drive, Columbus OH, 43232
 
When:  Saturday, September 24, 12:30 - 2:30


Cost:  $15 paid to me on day of class.  Cash is preferred and I'm unable to take credit cards (sorry!)

What to bring:  Scissors, distress ink (optional), glue dots, pop dots, adhesive

Copic Markers:  Y17, YR18, YG97, BG75 (these colors are all sold at Hobby Lobby)

Please let me know if you will be attending class and if you would like an extra kit for $4. 

 

ScrapScription "Our Wedding" Kit

My sister requested I make her a wedding scrapbook for Christmas this year.  Aye yi yi!  As you scrappers know, this is a huge project but I really wanted to do it for her.  Ironically, ScrapScription had just re-released their Our Wedding album kit so I ordered it.  Holy smokes!  What an amazing kit!!!  This kit features Teresa Collins Mr. & Mrs. collection.  It comes with an 8 1/2 x 11 leather 3 ring binder which has plenty of room to add additional pages.  The kit is very elegant with a black and white color scheme.  Because the kit is very neutral, it will work for any wedding.  My sister's wedding was purple, so I plan to add purple embellishments and accents.  The cost of this kit is $60 but worth every single penny based on the size and amount of product you receive.

I was so impressed with the kit that I made a video to show you all the details.  Enjoy!

Little Red Scrapbook Sneak Peeks

The September Little Red Scrapbook kit features Pink Paislee's Nantucket collection.  At first glance I thought this kit was going to be very pink, however, there are some really wonderful teal greens, blues and oranges.  I felt it was a very versatile kit.

Here are some sneak peeks of the projects I made: