Just got back..

..from Fish Lake for the week. I attempted to update from my phone (which I am just learning how to do..) but there was no Internet coverage there. Epic Failure!

So that said, I'll get to the point! We had a great time on vacation. The leaves were beautiful - couldn't have picked a better time to go! We had sooo much fun four-wheeling, getting dirty and sitting around a stinky campfire roasting marshmallows. Of course, my kids are the ONLY ones I know who don't like roasting marshmallows or s'mores! Weird! I'm not sure where they came from some days.

Here are some of the pictures we took. I'll be posting pictures of stamp camp tomorrow, too, while I get plugged back into city life. Stay tuned!

Fish Lake from the middle overlook on Mytogee Rd.

Mytogee Road. This runs up the mountain on the east side of Fish Lake. It's our second favorite trail to ride.

We had some beautiful sunsets due to the fire just outside of Fillmore. This was seen from our camp.

On the road to Hancock Flat, out favorite road! The pictures just don't do the scenery justice, but the forest seemed to be on fire with the changing of the leaves.

Hancock Flat

We had lunch up on Hancock Flat in a sheep camp. There are usually several hundred head of sheep up here this time of year, but thankfully they were already down this year!

Plenty of wildlife! This was about a half mile out of camp on our way home from an afternoon ride. One doe and 2 fawns. Daddy Buck was nowhere to be found. The rifle hunt was due to open in a few days, so he must have been practicing!

How old does an aspen get? The scarred date on this one is 1937. You can clearly see the resemblance to the cottonwoods here, as they get older. I have never seen an aspen tree this old where the bark has changed like this!

Backlit aspen up on the trail to Hancock Flats.

Hancock Flats

Hancock Flats

Mytogee Road.

Moi!

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Stamp camp artwork

Saturday we had a great Camp! Thanks to all those who made it even with construction!

We made 12 fun projects for only $12 and the ladies got decorated water bottles handmade by my daughter, Brook, and I. Snacks were served and we had a wonderful time!

Raffle tickets were handed out based on how many projects you completed. We held two prize drawings for gifts totalling $40 each! Oh, the competition was fierce, lol!

Yvonne Wickham received the first raffle prize consisting of a D-size stamp set, Connections metal charms, Sassy Strands and Pearl Opaques! Second, Colby Heddlesten received a D-size stamp set, Designer Ribbon Rounds, Metal accessories, Connections metal charms and Sparkles!

It was super awesome and I'm so glad you all were there! I can't wait to do this again next year!

Warmly,

Trisha

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Paper Topiary-work in progress

Aside from the fact that my techno-geek side is trying to learn how to blog by phone, I have been working on a topiary out of paper. It isn't much to look at just yet, but I think it's going to be very cute when I get done! See what you think!

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Stamp of the Month Artwork

I LOVE THIS SET! I couldn't hardly wait to open it when I received it and spent the evening playing in the craft room! I am so ready for Halloween anyway, but this set is going to be the life of my party! Here is a few cards I put together last night. I'm going to show you my invites and neighbor tags later this month, so keep watching for those as well!

I used You Rock to pair with black cardstock because I was looking for a purple and a nice contrast color (Orange) and Garden Green. It seemed a little off-the-wall at first, but it seemed sent from heaven when I realized this paper pack has all of those! I added Desert Sand to complement this guy's bone structure, lol.

It was a great challenge and turned out well. I can't wait to try the next one!

Warmly,

The Autumn/Winter Idea Book is HERE!!

Woo hoo! It's FINALLY here! You can check it out online at my website, http://slvrlinin.myctmh.com/ then click on Products > Idea Book, or by clicking on the Autumn/Winter Idea Book badge to the right. You can browse page by page! You can view the new items by item name or key word in the shopping section. Just click "Shop With Me" on the right side of this blog!

You've seen some of the new items and colors over the past week. Now come to stamp camp this Saturday, Sept 18th and get your free book, or book your Home Gathering today and get some FREE LOOT! You're going to LOVE IT!

Some new items this season are: 4 My Reflections kits, new coordinating My Acrylix stamp sets (over 35!), New Studio J Benefits (this is an AMAZING deal!), more affordable Faux Leather albums, flip flaps, sparkles, opaques, My Creations.. Come to STAMP CAMP Sept. 18th and get your FREE Idea Book, or host your Home Gathering! Contact me today!

Warmly,

It's Almost Here!!

Olivia is November's Play Date option.
Call/Text/Email to reserve your spot today
for the 3rd week of November.

That's right, this is the last sneak peak because tomorrow you will be able to see it live in person and in real time!! You want up close and personal? Come to Stamp Camp Saturday, September 18th and play around. Bring home a Make and Take, a brand spankin' new Idea Book and do the touchy feely with the new papers and stamps. For $12 you can make 6 more cards and 6 layouts, enter a few prize giveaways and grab a free hand decorated water bottle. Make a day of it. In the meantime.. drool and make merry.

Warmly,

Sneak Peaks

Beautiful. Just beautiful.

The whimsical peacocks are all the rage this fall and you can find them right here, showcased in our beautiful new blues. You can try out Magnifique in January at my monthly Play Dates.

Warmly,

Hooligans!

This is one of my favorite words to use (especially when referring to my children..) Today I am at a class at my upline's, Karen Pedersen, and we get to play with these monsters. I LOVE this My Reflections kit and I am delighted to introduce you!

This paper kit and will be featured in October's Play Dates. You can reserve your time now, the 3rd week in October M-W. Call or email for dates and times now and secure your spot today!

Drumroll, please..... I can't wait for you to meet them. Here they are.. THE HOOLIGANS!

Warmly,

Some new Sneak Peaks!

Mistletoe Creative Basics and My Originals Card kits for your Christmas Cards, and Magic! Well of course this book has Magic - it's Close To My Heart, right? (And Wishes is now offered at a lower price!!)

Warmly,

Odd little creatures

More Autumn/Winter previews!

Warmly,