Aw, I have let this Etsy shoppe sit empty way too long…so today I thought it was time to start adding inventory to my Partysaurus Etsy Shoppe!  I began working on my new inventory a couple of weeks ago and photographed some samples last weekend…guess I was waiting to have the whole kit and ca-boodle created before listing any   I have tons of templates and tons of products perfectly created in my head but if I wait for all that to materialize….well, the shoppe will be empty for awhile!

I decided a long time ago that creating printables with my designs was something I wanted to pursue.  I love the ability to reprint for one and the ability to customize and maximize my digital design!  So I am working on gathering a collection of printable goodies with my past designs!

Today I listed a few items with flexible use – the primary design was for cupcake toppers but the design easily lends itself to creation of stickers, tags, and embellishments for favors, cards and invitations!  Here’s a peek at my new Partysaurus listings as cupcake toppers!

I’ve been accused on several occasions of having my head in the clouds, living in my own world, daydreaming, etc.  I say, why not?!?  Besides, the words of Joel Osteen encourage me to dream when he says “God will never put a dream in your heart without first equipping you with everything you need to accomplish it.”  Seems perfectly reasonable to dream, yet, sometimes life’s stresses and challenges drain my energy and hope and dreams seem foolish to pursue.  Without stepping back from the short term frustrations, sometimes it is difficult to recapture the energy and power of dreams…but I try to stay focused on them because they are the very things that make me feel most alive…and I believe they are the very reason I am alive, the reason I was created. 

I have spent time pondering my dreams while taking Kelly Rae’s course.  My problem is focusing on just one or two….I have so many ideas, plans, dreams….I just flit around from one to another without ever devoting the energy to accomplish any it seems…my silly right brain again I guess.  Do you every feel that way?

I gave you a sneak peek of my Always Dream kit, inspired by all my contemplation about dreaming.  It is available at The Digi Chick….here’s the kit and a beautiful layout by Tracy (additional items in Tracy’s layout include Fuss Free: Square Pegs by Fiddle-Dee-Dee Designs, Designer Bundle 1 by Wendy Page Designs, and foliage from Quirky Park by Roben-Marie Designs, all available at The Digi Chick).

In case you missed it, be sure to check out my sneak peek post HERE because there is a small freebie in it.

Now to leave you with a tune that has been playing in my head with all this dreaming (make sure to imagine it in the voice of Kermit the Frog)…

Who said that every wish would be heard and answered
when wished on the morning star?
Somebody thought of that
and someone believed it,
and look what it’s done so far.
What’s so amazing that keeps us stargazing?
And what do we think we might see?
Someday we’ll find it, the rainbow connection,
the lovers, the dreamers and me….
…………………………………………………..Paul Williams………

Keep dreaming!

I have enrolled in an amazing e-course – my first but certainly not last based on my wonderful experience!  The e-course is Kelly Rae’s Flying Lessons.  For those of you who worry that I don’t need to be navigating a plane, don’t worry….it’s not that at all!  It is a course filled with inspiration about, actually, it’s a course about life.  It’s about living your dreams, connecting with others.  It’s about exploring your creative side and sharing in a supportive, understanding and inspirational community.  It’s about gaining a better understanding of self and moving through self imposed boundaries.  And, I’m happy to say, a portion of it will be devoted to time management strategies which I definitely need!  Really anxious for that!

I actually spent time this weekend with my digital designs.  I created a kit, inspired by this very e-course.  I named the kit Always Dream…because sometimes, I know I have let the stresses and demands of life get in the way of pursuing dreams….and I wanted to remind myself that we all need dreams to pursue.

I am not going to show you my kit yet, it releases on Thursday at The Digi Chick, but there is a sneak peek above!  I created a few doodles for the kit that didn’t seem to go with the papers once I finished them, so I thought I would offer them here as a little thank you and maybe a little reminder….that we all need dreams to pursue!  Here’s wishing you a wonderful week taking you a step closer to realizing your dreams!

Always Dream Doodles

The end of school and beginning of a more carefree schedule of nonwork commitments is always such a happy time.  The garden has started calling my name a little more than it has the past few years.  The gentle whispers of warm weather, not yet crazily hot and humid and the sight of colorful blooms inspired my ScrapWow monthly featured kit, Happy Day.  I’m sure the name of the kit came from that song, stuck in my head….hearing Ben’s rich, deep voice bring the joyful tune to life in church – Oh Happy Day.  What a great combination of inspiration!

Along with the featured kit, I created 4 sequels to coordinate with the monthly subscription download…including quick pages, stamps and scatters and clustered frames.

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Wishing you sunshine and warm weather, a great song in your head and a very happy day!

Just went to my niece’s graduation last night…yay Katie!  Spent a few minutes reflecting on my graduation ceremonies…and practicing for one of my new creative venues…art journaling (just practicing the journaling here though LOL)….

graduation…

pomp and circumstance
a little too much pomp?
speeches (short and sweet)
presents!
diplomas
tossing caps
presents!
celebrating with family
hanging with friends
project graduation
winning money!
presents!
relief
joy
standing at the top of one mountain….
anticipating the next mountain to climb!
what an emotional roller coaster -
glad I’m here for the ride!!!!!

Graduation – what a roller coaster of emotions – joy, anticipation, peace, pride, sentimental sadness, happiness…it’s a lifetime of emotion wrapped up in a brief moment!  We celebrated Katie’s graduation last night remembering the tender moments leading up to the success, celebrating the victories along the way and anticipating the wonderful challenge ahead!  I’m sure though she felt only the victory!  I couldn’t resist taking lots of pictures and sharing a page for Katie!

Celebrate Katie’s graduation with me and download this sample quickpage HERE!  Hope you enjoy!  Credits – Peace, Love, Sunshine!  available at The Digi Chick!

This May marks the 5 Year Anniversary of The Digichick! TDC is celebrating this special milestone by spotlighting a different Digichick Designer each day on the TDC Blog.  May 27th is my day!  To celebrate, my shop will be 30% off May 27th.  Be sure to check out the Birthday Bash category too – it’s full of coordinating birthday themed goodies 50% off throughout the month.  All items in this category coordinate with my TDC Birthday Bash gift – Itzaparty Papers that you can download HERE.  These papers coordinate with my Itzaparty Elements – great for birthday pages and projects for all ages – and remember these elements are 50% off this month.  Enjoy!