A new website launched last week and I’m finding myself really inspired by it.  I’ve learned a number of things and now have several projects floating around in my head.  The site is called My Craft Channel (www.mycraftchannel.com).  Each weekday, there’s about thirty minutes of video- two different segments and a tip.  Topics include sewing, baking/party throwing, scrapbooking, jewelry making, photography, and more. I...

Have I ever told you about my waffle maker. It’s more precious to me that you might imagine. Ask me what I would take if I had 5 minutes to save stuff out of my house and my waffle maker would be #1 or 2 on the list. Seriously, I’m a bit crazy about it and the quilt that my Lisa’s granny made me.  I’ve been known to put it in the fire-proof safe at times This waffle iron is unlike most any other waffle iron- you’d...

 I’m working through a backlog of photos created because I needed to go through over 1,000 hot air balloons. I finished pairing those down and am now looking at the other shots I’ve taken. I know I’ve been quite here on the blog and truth be told, except for a few spurts, haven’t taken nearly the number of shots that I normally do. But looking back, I see lots of family and friends. That’s a great feeling...

So, I’ve been anxiously awaiting the chance to announce this and encourage you to join me for Finding Photo Freedom.  Finding Photo Freedom is the 2011 version Library of Memories taught by Stacy Julian.  I took Library of Memories for the first time last year- right after I’d gotten back into scrapbooking.  It was clear to me then that I needed a better way to handle my pictures. . . . the sheer volume and the month-to-month...

Are you considering getting a DSLR?  Need some real world advice. . . . This is mine.  Here’s a list of things to consider, some information about lenses to consider, buying options, and a few things to plan on once you get your new camera.  Keep in mind this isn’t to be all inclusive or expert advice, this is what I would (and do) tell a friend considering a DSLR camera. Things to Consider:#1 Just How Much you can afford. I...

As I said, I’m really interested in documenting our everyday life.  And this week, I’m going to concentrate on documenting our life.  I’ve read about this project before on Ali’s Blog but this year seems like the perfect time.  It’s also a good week to do it.  I really want to capture what life is like now before Cody starts his new job in two weeks.  Things are sure to change- our morning, lunch, and after...