52 Week Photo Project - Week 8: Something Red

I didn't look ahead to next weeks topic and the pictures I took for this week would have been perfect for next week. Oh well I am going to share anyways. Just over 8 weeks ago I sat down and put together an 8 week menu. I don't repeat a single meal and yes it is color coded based on the kind of meat in the main dish. It has seriously been the best thing EVER! I hate coming up with a menu and then making a grocery list and then going grocery shopping. This way the menu and list is already made and I just grab the shopping list (already printed) cross off the things I already have and off to the store I go. I love that I know what I am having for dinner each night and don't have to ask or think of something. My family has been eating better, a bigger variety of meals, at a more consistent time and we eat out less. It has seriously been life changing. So what does that have to do with the color red? Well for dinner yesterday we had Chicken and Black Bean enchilada casserole with green beans. (click on the link to see the recipe) The enchilada sauce is red. ;)

How did you interpret the topic of "something red?" Take your picture and post it on your blog. Add a thumbnail of your picture and a link back to your blog below. You will be able to link your photo through midnight on Thursday, February 28th. Don't forget to link back to my blog from your blog post so that others can join. If you don't have a public blog to post your picture on you can post your picture in the Google + community. To join the Google+ community you need a gmail account and you will need to request an invite.There is a category set up for each week. Just click on the week 6 category and then add your picture and comment to the thread. You can check out the entire year's calendar and read more about this project on this post. If you have any questions or problems give me a call or email me. (435.764.3598, iotamaker@gmail.com) Next week's theme is "Mealtime."

Birthday Girl {Utah Children Photographer}

This sweet girl is so excited to be 6!!! I tried to talk her out of getting older and explained to her that she would never be able to show her age with just one hand but she would have nothing to do with it. She is ready to be 6!!! When I take pictures of kids I want to capture their personality and that means not always getting the perfect smile but the funny faces too. Those are the faces that we as mothers see everyday and although that grumpy face might not be endearing today it will be when they are all grown up.

Do you have a special milestone or event coming up and need pictures to preserve how you looked at that moment? Call or email me to schedule a session. (iotamaker@gmail.com 435.764.3598)

Newborn Charmer {Utah Newborn Photographer}

  Check out this little charmer. Newborns are always so sweet to photograph. I can never get enough of their little parts from cute little button noses to their sweet little toes. I also love capturing the relationships between the little newborn and his/her Mom and Dad. Is there anything more precious or fleeting.
  Are you ready to have an important relationship in your life captured? Call or email to schedule your session. I specialize in senior, family, individual (baptism, missionary, birthday), couples and newborn photography. (435.764.3598 ~ iotamaker@gmail.com)

52 Week Photo Project - Week 7: "Someone You Love"

  Happy Valentines day to you all. I hope you were able to spend your day or at least talk with someone you care about. We had a typical busy day with preschool, school, parties, homework ect. We did have a nice few minutes after all the homework was done, piano and guitar practices to exchange some small gifts and play with a new family toy. 
  After we finally got the kids settled I snapped a few pictures of the most important person in my life, my amazing hard working wonderful husband. He works so hard to provide a comfortable lifestyle for myself and our kids. I married well. 
 Who is important in your life? Is it a person or a pet? Do you live with this person or is it a long distance relationship? Capture someone you love and then post it on your blog.  Add a thumbnail of your picture and a link back to your blog below. You will be able to link your photo through midnight on Thursday, February 21st. Don't forget to link back to my blog from your blog post so that others can join. If you don't have a public blog to post your picture on you can post your picture in the Google + community. To join the Google+ community you need a gmail account and you will need to request an invite.There is a category set up for each week. Just click on the week 6 category and then add your picture and comment to the thread. You can check out the entire year's calendar and read more about this project on this post. If you have any questions or problems give me a call or email me. (435.764.3598, iotamaker@gmail.com) Next week's theme is "Something Red."

52 week Photo Project - Week 6: Kids' Bedroom

  For this weeks assignment, Kids' Room, I wanted to share a picture of my son and what I find him most often doing at night in his bedroom. Brock is an avid reader like his mother.  We both have a really hard time putting a book down and going to sleep. If we would let Brock, He would read late into the night and sometimes on weekends we do let him read to his heart's content. Right now Brock is reading "The Fire Eternal" by Chris D'Lacey. It is the 4th book in the Last Dragon Chronicles. 

  What I really like about this photo is that I captured not only him but his shadow on the wall. I thought it was pretty cool and unique. 

 How did you capture your kids' bedrooms? If you don't have kids pick any room in the house or a place where you spend most of your time.  Add a link back to your blog and thumbnail of your picture below. You will be able to link your photo through midnight on Thursday, February 14th. Don't forget to link back to my blog from your blog post so that others can join. If you don't have a public blog to post your picture on you can post your picture in the Google + community. To join the Google+ community you need a gmail account and you will need to request an invite.There is a category set up for each week. Just click on the week 6 category and then add your picture and comment to the thread. You can check out the entire year's calendar and read more about this project on this post. If you have any questions or problems give me a call or email me. (435.764.3598, iotamaker@gmail.com) Next week's theme in honor of Valentines Day is "Someone You Love."

February Workshop: Chantilly

Chantilly WOTG Layout

  This month we will be creating 4 layouts with the Chantilly WOTG and coordinating accessories. Yes you read that right. FOUR LAYOUTS!! I was having so much fun working with this paper and I had plenty of extra so I created a bonus layout. The class will be on Thursday, February 21st from 6:30 - 9:30 at my house. If you would like to come email me with your order by February 5th or place your order online by the same date. Be sure to join the February Workshop order.  Are you long distance? No problem. I would be happy to email you the cutting guide for all four layouts. I have also posted the shopping list below. I pulled a bunch of accessories from previous workshops to accessorize the fourth layout so some of those items are not included on the shopping list. If you have any questions let me know. (iotamaker@gmail.com)

Chantilly WOTG bonus layout

Left hand page inspired by layout on page 19 or the new Spring/Summer 2013 idea book. Right hand page inspired by Karen Pedersen

Layout design from page 116 of the Imagine Book

February Workshop “Chantilly” Shopping List

BASIC Kit G1053                                                                              Page

¡ X7163B        Chantilly Level 2 Paper Pack                        18                  9.95

¡ Exclusive      Chantilly Workshop stamp set                       21             13.95

¡ Z1814           Chantilly Assortment                                  117                  5.95

¡ Z1807           Pink Glitter Gems                                        120                 3.95

¡ No #             2 sheets of White cardstock                           8                    .80

¡ No #             Workshop Guide                                                                1.00

                                                                                                           $35.60 You Pay $29.95!!

BETTER (Basic Kit + More Accessories)

¡ G1053          Basic Kit                                                          21              29.95

¡ Z1819           Chantilly Textiles                                           117               8.95   

¡ Z1826           Hollyhock Zipper Lace                                   122               3.95

¡ Z1682           **Noteable Alphabet                                    124               6.95

¡ Z1370           **Pink Assortment Buttons                            121              5.95

¡ Z1081           **Colonial White Waxy Flax                         121               3.95

¡ Z1096           **Embroidery Floss Neutral                          121               3.25                                       

                                                                                                                          62.95

Add ons:

S1302              February SOM: Home Sweet Home            139                17.95 or 5.00

D1546             Frame Flair                                                   19                17.95

Z1151             3-D Foam Tape                                            135                 5.95

Z1114             Piercing Tool Kit                                          131                 5.95

Z341               Memory Book Glue Dots                             132                 7.50

Z1686             Cricut Art Philosophy Collection                    15              99.00

       

*Stamp pad colors used Pear, Buttercup, Twilight, Cotton Candy, Black

You will need 2 extra sheets Champagne cardstock.

** You may already have this item from a past workshop

CTMH February Specials and NEW IDEA BOOK!!!

6" x 6" card made by Karen  Pedersen with the February Stamp of the Month: Home Sweet Home

 Happy Birthday to my AMAZING WONDERFUL Husband! I'm here to share the love and let you in on all of the happenings and great specials at Close To My Heart this month.  Here's what you'll find in this post:

1.  Brand Spankin' New Idea Book
2.  Digital Delights
3.  February Stamp of the Month: Home Sweet Home (I used this set to make the card at the top of the post today)
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1. Brand Spankin' New Idea Book:  Yep, it's finally here...the much anticipated Spring/Summer 2013 Idea Book.  You gotta love it, Baby!  It is full of beautiful kits,  papers, stamp sets, inks, home decor projects, bling, bling and more bling...and MORE!  You can see it page by delicious page by clicking here.

What do you think of the gorgeous papers Karen Pedersen used to make the card at the top of the post? Well, they are from the new Chantilly paper pack (see page 17-21 in the new Idea Book). It's also the kit you see used above on the cover photo.  I just finished up the workshop layouts using this paper packet and absolutely LOVE it!

2.  Digital Delights: February is sure to be a month of digital delights because you can purchase any Studio J^® layout for only $5—that’s a savings of $1.95 per layout!  

This is a great opportunity to try Studio J for the first time. Create adorable baby layouts with the Wishes and Fishes kit (shown above), or use the new Express Collections with collections of 10 ready-made layouts plus a front and back cover that are easy to use and professionally designed. Preserve your memories at a low price for a truly digital delight!  If you are already a Studio J lover, then you'll be thrilled with your savings this month. If not, NOW is the perfect time to try it.  To give it a try for FREE (there is no charge unless you decide to purchase any layouts you have built), go to my website to get started.

3. February Stamp of the Month - Home Sweet Home:  What a wonderful set. I just love these sentiments and I the gorgeous card created by the talented Karen Pedersen. I will share more of her artwork featuring this set throughout the month.

detail shot of my card at the top of the post

February Stamp of the Month: actual size of carrier sheet is 6" x 6"

As always, the Stamp of the Month is only $5 ($17.95 value) with a $50 purchase (before shipping and tax). If you are ordering on my website, you'll be prompted to add this set before you check out.

52 Week Photo Project - Week 5: Bathtime

We have reached the wonderful milestone when all the kids can shower! My role on "shower night" consists of deciding who goes first and timing showers (so there is enough hot water for everyone). Jason's job is brushing out all the hair. Brock and Mikele brush their own hair but Kassie and Allie still enjoy having Dad brush out their hair for them. It also gives us the opportunity to make sure that they got all the soap rinsed out.

 What does your bathtime routine look like?  Add a link back to your blog and thumbnail of your picture below. You will be able to link your photo through midnight on Thursday, February 7th. Don't forget to link back to my blog from your blog post so that others can join. If you don't have a public blog to post your picture on you can post your picture in the Google + community. To join the Google+ community you need a gmail account and you will need to request an invite.There is a category set up for each week. Just click on the week 5 category and then add your picture and comment to the thread. You can check out the entire year's calendar and read more about this project on this post. If you have any questions or problems give me a call or email me. (435.764.3598, iotamaker@gmail.com) Next week's theme is "Kid's Room."