No word back on how the meeting went - I'm assuming I'll hear something early next week.
Good news is, Josh is coming home today.
Other good news is that my Mom is coming over to help pack kits, so I'll definitely have the kits for "Snapshots of a Good Life" available on Monday.
I love the project (it's really different from the type of stuff I normally do in class).
It's a 5x7 chipboard album. The front cover is a frame and the back cover has an easel on it - so it's perfect to have sitting out on a coffee table, or in your scrapbook room, or in your little girls room. I'm hoping (if I can get motivated early enough) to make a bunch of them as Christmas gifts this year.
It's got scalloped pages and transparent pages and pages made from back to back photos. The class calls for six 5x7's, sixteen 4x6's and six-twelve wallet sized photos, but you can add way more photos if you want to.
Everything in the kit is black & cream, so you completely customize the color of your album with the colors of acrylic paint that you choose (I used a pink, aqua and lime green), but I can imagine using different shades of pink or different shades of blue for a baby shower gift or customizing the color to match your family room.
And there's a CD that walks you through every step of the class visually (plus it's got all the layouts/samples I normally show during class).
There's about $42.00 in retail product in each kit (I'll post all the contents of the kit and more pictures when I get some time).
Anyhow, I'll give away a kit sometime Tuesday morning - just leave a comment.
And if you don't want to wait for the drawing, you can order one now (just Paypal $45.00 US/Canada and $55.00 International to karencrussell@charter.net - make sure that you include the "c" in between my first and last name, otherwise it will get lost in Paypal land and make sure you include the kit you want: "Snapshots of a Good Life").
And thanks a ton for all the comments/insight/humor/etc. yesterday (it was much needed and much appreciated).
And a few pictures of the album.
Wow, you have an amazing blog and that album is beautiful.
Claudia
Posted by: Claudia F. | July 30, 2007 at 08:25 AM
ADORABLE little book!! I hope I win! :)
Posted by: Carol | July 30, 2007 at 08:42 AM
The album kit is adorable. I would love to win one.
Posted by: Jill | July 30, 2007 at 08:49 AM
Totally yummy kit. Just ordered one and can't wait to get it. :-) Thanks for being so transparent...hang in there and know everything will be the way it's supposed to.
Posted by: Lori | July 30, 2007 at 09:01 AM
wow, this album is beautiful. I can't wait to see more and also to see what's in the kit.
Posted by: tracy c | July 30, 2007 at 09:06 AM
love this!
It is beautiful.
I am looking forward to the kits being available.
Posted by: diane | July 30, 2007 at 09:12 AM
Karen,
I just caught up with your blog for the weekend. 1st - I feel the same guilt. I have such a great life yet some days I just can't but help I wish there were parts of it that were better. So greedy am I! But I think it makes us all human! And just think of where the world would be if we were all content with having a good life - that's what I'm saying.
And loving the new album. Fabulous!!!
Posted by: Angie | July 30, 2007 at 09:14 AM
Yay, a new kit!! Love the chipboard album...
Posted by: Goodman | July 30, 2007 at 09:18 AM
Loving the black & cream combo!! Wishing you luck on your proposal!!!
Posted by: Bonnie | July 30, 2007 at 09:26 AM
Beautiful kit please include me. Keep up the great work and congratulations.
Posted by: jenifer Cowles | July 30, 2007 at 09:36 AM
So Beautiful! Hoping we hear good news about the meeting! You are awesome, sending good vibes your way for a relaxing rest of the summer!
~amanda
Posted by: amandaV. | July 30, 2007 at 09:42 AM
Hi there...
LOVE this! Your kits always ROCK!
Hugs!
Posted by: krisfred | July 30, 2007 at 10:07 AM
OMG, this is a gorgeous kit!
Posted by: Michelle Tornay | July 30, 2007 at 10:09 AM
cool album and love the idea of an easel on the back cover!
~mary
Posted by: mary | July 30, 2007 at 10:10 AM
Oooh, I need it! Even if I don't win, I'll still buy it. Lovely lovely lovely!
Posted by: Ann | July 30, 2007 at 10:11 AM
Hey Karen,
Can hardly wait for the kit, please enter me.
Thanks
Posted by: Rene' | July 30, 2007 at 10:16 AM
That album is absolutely beautiful! Love that kit!
Posted by: WendyP | July 30, 2007 at 10:21 AM
Hey Karen,
I'd be helping you out with kits and kids if you lived in So. Cal. Will be ordering the kit but want to try to win one for the fun of it.
Keep up the great work you do!
Lia
Posted by: Lia Biscoe | July 30, 2007 at 10:31 AM
Wow Karen, this is stunning! I'm definitely going to have to see if I can sneak a little room in the budget for another one of your kits ;)
Posted by: Gwen | July 30, 2007 at 10:35 AM
Absolutely gorgeous! This is wonderful - thanks for the great ideas! :)
Posted by: Jeanine Baechtold | July 30, 2007 at 10:44 AM
Hi Karen. That album looks absolutely BEAUTIFUL!! Toss my name in the hat. Happy Monday! Peace and blessings, Cindy
Posted by: cindy b. | July 30, 2007 at 11:04 AM
Beautiful as usual! Your artwork is so inspiring.
Posted by: Marianne | July 30, 2007 at 11:21 AM
The album is beautiful. Thanks for doing a RAK.
Posted by: TraceAnn | July 30, 2007 at 11:46 AM
Soooooo nice!! I definitely want to do one of these - count me in!! Thanks :)
Posted by: Stephanie | July 30, 2007 at 11:54 AM
Love this new kit! Fabulous!
Posted by: Jen | July 30, 2007 at 11:57 AM
Gorgeous album! So tempted to get a kit now!
Posted by: Jean Shen | July 30, 2007 at 12:06 PM
it would be pure luck if I was drawn....thanks for the opportunity...love the look of the kit.
Posted by: cenia | July 30, 2007 at 12:23 PM
Thanks for always being so generous with your time, words and gifts!
Posted by: Holly Preslar | July 30, 2007 at 12:27 PM
I love the album! And I'd love to win the kit!
Posted by: Kim Gust | July 30, 2007 at 12:35 PM
Another beautiful project. Thanks for sharing.
Posted by: Amy | July 30, 2007 at 12:48 PM
i love your stuff!!!! Thanks for blogging :)
Posted by: Lori R | July 30, 2007 at 12:52 PM
I'd love to be in the draw but I will definitely be ordering one of these. Or maybe more... hope you've got lots!
Posted by: Jen | July 30, 2007 at 12:54 PM
wow, that looks like a great album! Thanks for a chance to win it. Looks like you had lots of fun at the beach, great photos.
Posted by: Monika Thiessen | July 30, 2007 at 01:01 PM
WoW!! Looks like an amazing kit!! Love the little mini album!! Thanks for sharing!! chas :)
Posted by: chas | July 30, 2007 at 01:03 PM
Glad to see you are feeling better about things! We're getting excieted to see you in Amarillo! Lots of your yummy paper goodies were put out last week, and boy, They are a hit!
Posted by: Melissa Priest | July 30, 2007 at 01:04 PM
me too!
I have been dragging my feet on ordering this one, but I should really get on that.
if I win one, that would be even better!
Glad to hear you're feeling better Karen.
We all need that.
Posted by: Elizabeth B | July 30, 2007 at 01:11 PM
The photos from the beach were AWESOME!
Posted by: Terry | July 30, 2007 at 01:12 PM
Your photos are incredible. The one with the adorable kids eating...and that unbelievable reflection...wow!!!
Posted by: Denise W. | July 30, 2007 at 01:19 PM
Love your photos. And the kit looks amazing!
Posted by: Wendy Molnar | July 30, 2007 at 01:27 PM
Can't wait to see more pictures, I love your lines. Got hooked on them while taking classes in person and online.
Posted by: greyce | July 30, 2007 at 01:38 PM
What a great project - I would love a kit whether I win it or have to buy it!
Posted by: Jenn N | July 30, 2007 at 01:42 PM
What a beautiful project!! I would love to get my hands on it. If I don't win, you can surely expect an order from me!!
Love the photos too! :)
Posted by: Karen | July 30, 2007 at 01:44 PM
Love the album - keeping my fingers crossed that good things happen!
Posted by: Barbara | July 30, 2007 at 01:47 PM
That is a gorgeous idea and album, if I dont win one, I will seriously have to think about ordering one from you....
Thanks Karen
Marlene
Posted by: Marlene | July 30, 2007 at 01:49 PM
Great shots from the beach!
Posted by: Wendy | July 30, 2007 at 01:50 PM
What a wonderful album. You always have the best projects.
Posted by: Marie L | July 30, 2007 at 01:59 PM
Oh, I love this album! (love the beach photos, too!)
Posted by: Kim F | July 30, 2007 at 02:02 PM
Your designs are so beautiful and I am always looking for them when I got to a LSS. Someday I am determined to take a class with you but for now a kit would make me SO, SO happy! That album is simply gorgeous. Thanks for sharing, Karen!
Posted by: Crystal Krueger | July 30, 2007 at 02:04 PM
There are very few things lately that make me stop and go, "I need that" but this did. I may just be ordering one as well, if I don't win *wink*
Posted by: Andi Fishlock | July 30, 2007 at 02:06 PM
What a wonderful kit! I am so addicted to mini-books!
Posted by: Linda F. | July 30, 2007 at 02:08 PM
Karen, I just love that album!!! I have been thinking about them ever since you showed them at our class when you taught at Scrapbook Attack in Portland. That class was full before I got to sign up for it (DARN!!!) but I did get to take your "Picture This" class (which was also AWESOME!!!) and when you showed this album the ladies jumped at the chance to buy your extras. They sold very quickly and so I didn't get a chance then either. I am so happy that you finally have them to buy as a kit!!!
P.S. I am so happy that you are back from your trips. I always miss reading your blog when you are away. You have the most beautiful family and you do so well...even if you don't always think so. The rest of us see your love and hard work shining through!!!
Posted by: Candee | July 30, 2007 at 02:17 PM
Count me in, too!
Thanks for sharing with us.
Posted by: cindy | July 30, 2007 at 02:20 PM
Count me in! Thanks for sharing -- love your blog!
Posted by: Michelle | July 30, 2007 at 02:22 PM
Hi Karen!
I LOVE this project....thanks for the drawing!
Posted by: Jessica | July 30, 2007 at 02:25 PM
I want to enter!! I love this book! :)
Posted by: Becky Noël | July 30, 2007 at 02:26 PM
girl you rocked the house in ohio!!! I was able to take a couple of your classes but not this one so I would LOVE to win this kit to complete my kr weekend...
pick me...
chose me...
love me...
Posted by: nikki | July 30, 2007 at 02:27 PM
I absolutely LOVE this....
Pick me
Pick Me
Pick Me...
Please Pick Me :-)
Posted by: Natalie Tran | July 30, 2007 at 02:30 PM
Love your beach photos - what joy!
Posted by: Callie | July 30, 2007 at 02:34 PM
Pick me, pick me, pick me. Love, love, love that album!
Wish I could take your class some day. You are my favorite scrapbook designer/blogger, etc. You inspire me. So real.
Laura G.
Posted by: | July 30, 2007 at 02:35 PM
looks awesome!
Posted by: Melanie aka Batgirl | July 30, 2007 at 02:38 PM
OOOOH! I so love this! And you know what? A free one would make it all the much sweeter! Love your work!
Posted by: tammygraves | July 30, 2007 at 02:40 PM
You are so inspiring! Keep it up!
Posted by: Donna | July 30, 2007 at 02:45 PM
I love this album. You continually amaze me. I also love your beach pictures. Thank you for inspiring me.
Posted by: Missy | July 30, 2007 at 02:53 PM
Oh my gosh.....beautiful day at the beach indeed. I loved your pictures. A chance to win a kit, oh my! Thank you!
Posted by: Arselia Jaurequi | July 30, 2007 at 02:55 PM
Love it! Hoping today's my lucky day!! :)
Posted by: Rene Schmidt | July 30, 2007 at 03:07 PM
Such a great kit! Your scallops seem to find themselves on almost all my layouts. And I must say those beach photos are to die for good...where in the world was that? Newport?
Posted by: ~SandyPea~ | July 30, 2007 at 03:13 PM
Love the colors and I can't wait to get my hands on it
Posted by: lashell | July 30, 2007 at 03:21 PM
You know how to bring out the lurkers, don't ya! I adore the kit. Beautiful.
Posted by: Julesss | July 30, 2007 at 03:21 PM
I would love to be entered...that's a beautiful album!
Posted by: Jennie | July 30, 2007 at 03:26 PM
Beautiful....all your things are beautiful!
Posted by: Vanessa | July 30, 2007 at 03:26 PM
this is absolutely beautiful!!
Posted by: Amy Tangerine | July 30, 2007 at 03:27 PM
I really like this. I hope I get picked!
Posted by: carriegel | July 30, 2007 at 03:33 PM
Can't wait to see what comes in your kit!
The pictures of it are great!
~Keely
Posted by: Keely | July 30, 2007 at 03:35 PM
THose are the cutest beach pictures ever!!! wonderful snapshots that show real life, ==not just the posed pictures. Beautiful as always, and lovely album!
Posted by: amandaV. | July 30, 2007 at 03:43 PM
Ooh hi karen!! i wouldnt mind at all if you chose my name. Thanks Take care and keep creating. I love it all. ps i am saving all of your photography tips as well.
Posted by: carolynn blair | July 30, 2007 at 03:46 PM
hey Karen,
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE the new kit!!
feel free to pick my name!!!
Posted by: Cori | July 30, 2007 at 03:48 PM
Love your beach pics...especially little Annie sleeping. :) Love love love the new kit too :)
Posted by: julie | July 30, 2007 at 03:59 PM
Love that kit! I hope that this week brings you contentment and good news!:)
Posted by: Becky Swisher | July 30, 2007 at 04:05 PM
The album is beautiful! I am usually not one for mini-albums, but this is gorgeous!!!
Posted by: Lisa Seifart | July 30, 2007 at 04:11 PM
I love the kit. Can't wait to see more photos of it! I've been reading your blog for a while now and I love all the great photos you take.
Posted by: Tracy M | July 30, 2007 at 04:14 PM
karen, i love the album, just amazing. i love your blog. i have learned so much about photography from you. and i really enjoy reading your honest posts about family. i am glad you had your day at the beach.
Posted by: tracy | July 30, 2007 at 04:25 PM
I love the album. You have such a creative mind, I have serious envy. I was hoping to make it to the class on Friday in Salem but it looks like my husband has other plans for me. Have fun...
Posted by: Mary Lou | July 30, 2007 at 04:36 PM
Out of 300 people, I'm feeling lucky here. Your photography skills are amazing.
Posted by: Peggy Lucas | July 30, 2007 at 04:51 PM
Love it! Sure would like to win one so I won,t be tempted to keep the one I just ordered for my daughter for her b'day!
Posted by: Maria M. | July 30, 2007 at 04:54 PM
any one who wouldn't love this kit is crazy ! sign me up for the drawing !
Posted by: jill lorraine | July 30, 2007 at 05:01 PM
Love the album and the great pics!
Yosha
Posted by: Yosha | July 30, 2007 at 05:03 PM
Yikes, another Lily has already posted. I love all your stuff and this little album is no exception. Thanks for the great inspiration.
Posted by: Lily (aka Susan) | July 30, 2007 at 05:04 PM
Wonderful pictures at the beach! The one of Cole & Courtney eating ice cream is priceless :)
Posted by: JustMeShann | July 30, 2007 at 05:07 PM
The kit looks gorgeous... PLEASE pick me! :)
Posted by: Ashley | July 30, 2007 at 05:08 PM
I can't wait to get one. I Love It!!!!!!!
Posted by: Jen | July 30, 2007 at 05:14 PM
Man, I don't check your blog for a few hours and WHAM a drawing LOl...I would sure love to win a kit, I have so many of your wonderful products. By the way, are you going to do a fundraiser again? I know it was so much work but I had such a good time last year with your Women to Women fundraiser and would love to participate again.
Valerie
Posted by: Valerie White | July 30, 2007 at 05:17 PM
GORGEOUS Karen! I adore this!! What a beautiful gift it would make if I could ever give it away! LOL! Love your beach photos too!
Posted by: Tonia Borrosch | July 30, 2007 at 05:27 PM
Count me in!! I'd love to win one of this. Always looking for new mini-album ideas!!
Posted by: Laura Rich | July 30, 2007 at 05:27 PM
That album is gorgeous!!!!!! You are so talented. Thanks for the photography tips as well - I am putting them to use on vacation!
Posted by: Susan | July 30, 2007 at 05:33 PM
Oooh, I want one.. count me in on drawing.
Lisa
Posted by: Mylerna | July 30, 2007 at 05:37 PM
Would love to be the winner! And I love checking your blog and your wonderful photos.
Posted by: Kristin Jarrett | July 30, 2007 at 05:46 PM
Beautiful Kit! I love it.
Jamie S.
Posted by: Jamie | July 30, 2007 at 05:47 PM
You are doing so much and doing the best you can. As long as there is that much love and caring any decisions you make will be good ones. Difficult ones nontheless.
I have tried to recreate your creations as I have never been able to take ine of your classes. I would love to win a kit. Your extremely talented.
Loretta
Posted by: Loretta Reynolds | July 30, 2007 at 06:05 PM
Love the transparency look! You create such beautiful things, your family will be so proud to look at these memories.
Posted by: Gayle | July 30, 2007 at 06:12 PM
love the album!!!! Can't wait to order it (if I don't win) LOL
Posted by: jenn | July 30, 2007 at 06:21 PM