Foofaraw and such

So a few of my Circus files have made it to the store and Thanksgiving ones. I am going to try and bundle them together for a presale coming up. I have added this to a few of the pieces so people can see what it looks like when it is pulled apart. I am hoping they will be helpful... This is the one for Turkey Day.

Foofaraw

Are you asking what the heck is a Foofaraw? It is an excessive amount of embellishment. I thought this was a prime name for Bundles of Multiple Files. I saw it on a digital blog and thought that is a great word. Yes I am one of those nerds who gets words emailed to her from dictionary.com every day. Love it. Foofaraw sounds like so much fun! And why not with a Bundle of Files. So if you see that word floating around the store at Paperthreads. It's me.

These came in my email from Tammy yesterday another group of cards from my Halloween set. Woohoo!! They came out really nice to.


On to life... I wonder sometimes how many people make it down to my on to life section... But the cool thing is. I asked for a journaling program that would capture my blog and felt like I was asking to much and one of my visitors said to visit http://www.blurb.com/ so I downloaded there little program and it pulled all the information from my blog and put it in book format. It is awesome!!!! I was so pleased with it's outcome. I will need to add some pictures here and there and clean it up, but it was a total surprise how easily it pulled the info for me. Fantastic. So for those who are blogging and want to pull it all to a book format this is a pretty nifty program. I am not great at keeping a journal, but I keep a blog well so I can put it together and make it into a book one day. Thank you for the information Cindy!! It was super helpful.

Well my bumpkin is still sitting here eyes watering, nose running, coughing that gross cough. He tried eating yesterday and coughed it all back up. He looked at me with sad eyes and said... but I like it. Love my kid. I haven't called him in sick yet. I know he isn't in a grade yet where it is mandatory he be there for a set amount of days, but man it's like being in high school again. I am nervous about calling him in sick. haha. But tis inherent in kids being sickiepoo and better that he do it now then in Kindergarten when there is a set amount of time he needs to be there.

My hubby introduced my son to Vicks44. This stuff just grosses me out. I have to be super sick to use it. So my little boy had a little on his chest yesterday and sat next to me on the arm of the chair while I typed away and man alive I felt like I could smell the dirt outside the window. My nostrils were so clear I was inhaling shallowly just to make my eyes not water. I felt over oxygenated and had to put the computer down to get some focus back. Wow! Luckily he hasn't asked for it today so it is in the cabinet. Wew! Can you pass out from to much air? I seriously felt like me head was over oxygenated. And to my commenter you are right goooo team. Love the Packers. I have to get my camera out to and get a picture of my Beijing gift. Thank you Mary! It is cute. And on the camera is a picture of my new niece and nephew together on last Saturday, but I will save that for tomorrow.

Well I better run. Lots to do today even tho' we are home. Need to get some more Thanksgiving files put together.

Below are some great questions I was asked about the QMC. So I thought I would post them here with my answers. I hope this helps some that have the same question..

I have a few questions about the membership:

1 This first time period, from Dec thru Mar, do we have to sign up by the end of Dec or the end of Jan? You probably answered this somewhere but I couldn't find it. By the end of January then the membership will be closed until April. This is a really long one and is open early because it is my inagural one and I really want to work out the kinks for future quarters. And everyone has been so helpful in working with me to get things right.

2 Will the membership include all the files you put up for sale during the three month time period? There will be a minimum of 20 files in each quarter. This quarter is going to be super long so I am sure there will be more then 20. Are all the files going to be there I make in a quarter? I can't say for certain because some of the things I have been asked to do require that I donate the files for 6 months and then can sell them. Or some of the items are so specific like the Packers file. I don't think everyone will want it. So I am going to say the majority of my files will be there as I have done in the past with my blog. Sometimes a file will just hit the store for varying reasons. I reserve the right to do what I need with my files, but have committed to a minimum of 20 for a $10.00 membership with time to download them.

3 Will we have to remember to renew each quarter or is there an automatic renewal? I will be sending out notices to the Yahoo Group to remember to renew and also posting on my blog. I will also be giving notice in the Paperthreads Forum Membership Section that all the files need to be downloaded that you would like by the last day in March. I will not be filling any requests for those who miss something. I think having such a long period for people to download should give ample time. When you see these notices you will know the new membership will be available. It will probably hit the store for the next quarter in March and then will close April 31st. I thope this makes sense. I would hate to auto renew and have someone decide they would rather not. So I will make sure to give ample notice in many places.

4 Will you preview all the files in your blog? I will be previewing them on my blog as I make them. I also will be keeping a running log on the left hand side of the blog. And opening new threads in the Membership area every time I add a new set of files.

5. I think one thing about this membership that is holding me back is that we seem to be buying "a pig in a poke." We don't get to see the files before we purchase them. Other memberships at least preview every file included before the package is purchased. You make some great files but not everyone needs/will use every single one of your files. Every file that is useless increases the price of the ones that will be used. I"ve had my CR for 16 months and have purchased only about $20 worth of files that I know I will use. I totally understand that this membership is not for everyone. One emailer compared my Membership to a Church Bizarre Grab Bag. You spend a few dollars and most of the things you like and some of them you won't use, but you got a great price. I can't preview them ahead of time because I haven't made them yet. If you are very selective in your files and feel like you may not get what you would like or need, I would say the files will still be available in the store. If your need for files is minimal this may not be the right situation for you. This is why I will continue to post all the files in the store. I will continue creating files on numerous topics related to the time of year and other things happening in life or that I see or are requested of me.

6. Why did you switch? I just couldnt continue with what I was doing. I have to make a little pocket change for all the time I invest in this. It isn't fair to my family with the amount of time it takes away from them to not be able to give something back for it. But I also like to give things at a fair price. And the emails for missed files and passwords were just getting to be lots and lots. So this was my answer to try and get most of those needs answered.

7. I don't live in the U.S. How do I pay? I don't have a paypal account? I had to ask Michelle about this one because she is running the invoicing for me and this was her response.
"Unfortunately, the only other option is to TRY Paypal, then in the paypal screen try the USE CREDIT CARD WITH NO PAYPAL ACCOUNT. And then use the Credit Card option through that, but typically, if it’s not drawn on USD it won’t work without a full Paypal account. The only other option is for her to send a money order in USD."

8. Can I make a request if I am not in the QMC? Absolutely send it over and I will add it to my list that I am working off. And requests I don't charge extra for. If I can do it. I will do it. Some things I have a hard time coming up with a concept. I make the request and then send it to the person who requested it. I try to make sure I have kept their email with the request. So when you make a request include your file type you need. So I will definitely take any requests and I don't charge extra for them. I send them to the requestee and I add them to the store. Unless I feel it is a file many will need then I will post it to the QMC as well. Why would I charge to create a file when you gave me the idea and I can post it in other places as well. For those really specific ones I have asked people to consider purchasing a couple files from the store to compensate, but these are usually for Names. So send them on over. The best way is by email.... EMAIL me HERE.

Seriously I better run.. toodles...
Enjoy your day!
Chris

Lots to chat about this morning

Well lots to chat about this morning... First off I am working on a set of Thanksgiving files and will wrap them all up in one set to sell and will offer a presale for it to the group. Just like I did with the Halloween files. Here are a few of the first ones. These will be in the QMC area this week and in the store also. I will chat more on these tomorrow. I was excited about them and the others I have in the works. So I wanted to share.

Then next... I received alot of presents this weekend in my email box. I also received one from Beijing China in my snail mail box and it is awesome! I will take a picture and share it with you tomorrow. But for now here are my email presents. I love them thank you for sharing them with me!

This one is from Ginny M. I loveeee the colors...Beautiful... Can't say much more then Just beautiful! This is from my Autumn Beauty Jumble .

This was sent to me by Kristen B. from my halloween jumble. Cute Cute. I love ribbon!

The following set were sent to me from Dawn in MA. These are from my Halloween Cards.

And also included in the Halloween Super Value Pack which is on sale til the end of this month if you missed the presale and the freebies and the sale. Here is the link to the Super Value Pack. The Halloween Words Jumbles from the above cards is in this set also.

How cute are Dawn's Cards what an awesome set to send out. Thank you Dawn for sharing them with us.

Next a few links that might interest you... Here is the Demo for the KNK Studio software. They have come out with GE edition which will work with the CR, WB, and SIL.. Here is the Thread at Paperthreads discussion. I am not clear as to if it works with Vista and the Blue wishblade I had heard yes, but you may want to check into it. I have a CR and a KNK so I haven't followed up on that lots.

And then here is a chart that Michelle put together for all the KNK Blades. I am seriously considering doing some shopping. I told one of my fellow designers when she said she was putting together her Christmas Wish List for her hubby that She and I have a different thought process. I told my hubby that I need it to make better Christmas gifts. Instead of needing it for Christmas.. :-). What does PBS say? "It's all how you look at it" haha. Okay here is the link to the chart. and here is the thread if you have any other questions.

On to life... So we went dancing Friday night. It was awesome. We were of the younger variety in the crowd, but it makes no matter to me. Or maybe it is because I still think I am 25. Why not? 25 was good, but 28 was better.. so Maybe I will go with 28. My hubby and I danced and danced and the parent in laws smiled over and over as people came up to them and asked who we were and said we danced well together. It was lots and lots of fun. We love to dance. We went to pick up our son and he didn't have painted toe nails or goopy hair. He gave me a hug when we dropped him off earlier in the evening. Only he said .. give me a hug so you can go. , Just what a mother wants to hear. :) haha. but in any case. he had lots of fun and then spent the weekend just relaxing because he came down with a cold. Apparently the norm for preschool age. In fact we are home from school today so he can recoup one more day. He isn't in regular school yet with a mandated amount of days per school year. So better to get him to recoup rather then get sicker. He has a penchant for croup and pneumonia, but hopefully will grow out of it.

Lots of questions over the weekend about the QMC. So I will be posting them tomorrow for anyone who may have the same questions. And I added alot of people this weekend. Those that didn't get added. I can't seem to get the forum name given working or I need to email them all and ask for their forum login/name/id. So I hope to get those email requests out today.

Enjoy!
Chris

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The winners of the card challenge...

Drumrollll pleaseeeee. Here are the winners for the Card Challenge after I tossed a few double votes. We ended up with two first place winners. So four sets of prizes, plus the first to posts need some prizes also. Yeahhhh!!!

1st place
Snowflake Card by Nikki
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Trick or Treat by Diane W

2nd place
Best Buds Card by Amber Hamnrye

3rd place
Halloween Card by Scrappinmama

Thank you so much for everyone who supported this Card Challenge and to those who are sending the cards on to the troops... I know the puzzle card is one of them on it's way. That is awesome.

As for the first to post in the card challenge. I am reviewing the plays... wait to much football.. am reviewing the automated post information I received from the forum because there were some close close entry times. If I can get that done today.. I will add it to this post. Woohoo!! Thanks to everyone. I think they were all great entries and just beautiful. Next time I think I am going to have to run a challenge that only includes 10 entries to alleviate the double polls. I learn something with every challenge. Thank you again.

Below are some of the entrants to the card challenge. I am shakey right now so I am thinking I missed a few but can't wrap my mind around which ones. Need to sit for a minute..

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I am working on adding more memberships to the QMC area. I have lots of email questions about this and am trying to get to everyone. By the end of the day most everyone should be able to try this LINK and get in. Remember to add your Forum Name to the order because it alleviates any delay. And if you paid by check, it will take a little bit for it to process and I added those when Michelle send me the notice. And because I opened up the QMC area early at the forum. I just decided to start uploading files now as I go... Here are the two most recent I added.

Upcoming is a New Word Book Set. ... I have had lots of requests for a new font and here it is. Also, my thought is.. If you cut and cut all your holiday gifts then maybe you could burn out the addiction to your cutter? hmm.. I won't I was just showing my hubby the new Punch Tool I would need for the KNK I bought. hmm.. I love new stuff gadgets and gizmos.

Lots to do today before we hit the dance floor this evening. And we have so many invites for things this weekend and I am in a thought process right now Where I just want to stayyyy home. I am going to run Saturday a.m. to see the new baby and my sister. They should be home by then. And then my son is starting a little cough. Which means probabl in the back of my mind. I am thinking don't plan much so he is rested for school on Monday.

hmm what to do what to do.

Okay for those not in the QMC. I should have another poll next week for the download for next week. So keep an eye out for it. I have a bunch of files in the works so I am not sure what the theme will be.

Have a wonderful weekend!!

Enjoy!

Chris

Our Day at the Circus and ramblings from the middle of the night..

UPDATE: If you have a question about the Membership.. PLEASE Email me Directly CLICK HERE. I cannot comment to you directly through comments to the blog and each situation may be different. Please send me your order number from Paperthreads and your Login Name. This way i can cross reference. Also, I entered some more this afternoon and will again this evening. So please double check the link below. And it takes a bit of time to get from the PT store to me and then to add it. and then added to the section. And thank you to everyone for their positive comments about this venture. Thanks Chris
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So I was flipping through the Creating Keepsake Magazine. I think this is page 92. I don't get many magazine for scrapbooking because I would have hordes of them on the shelf. So this one I happened to get and here is a great find. Lace by KI Memories. Love it.. it is beautiful. You can buy it one time and use it. Or you can purchase a cutter and purchase a Jumble file and voila cut it out over and over and over. did I say over and over again! any color any size. But for the cost of the cutter combined with the file this could be so much more outlay at the beginning, but then holy smokes there are so many other possiblities, but alas.. I am preaching to the choir because I am sure most of those who visit my blog are family and wonder what the heck the cutter does still or people who own cutters. I however think for those who do not have cutters it is awesome and although my camera decided not to be friendly behind is this beautiful Garden Lace. which I found very appealing. So I thought that was pretty cool and wanted to share.



This is one of my other Jumble files. It is the Halloween one. This is a card. The picture was sent to me by Beau. I love it.!! Thank you for sharing Beau.

Thank you for the great emails about being an Aunt. I have some fantastic fantastic visitors to my blog. And also. I am still trying so hard to catch up on the emails about my grandfather. My heart still feels like it might explode in my chest, but everyday is new and I have a little boy who looks to me for strength and so I cherish those memories and go forward. Truly how blessed I am to have had such a grandfather. Thank god for my hubbies warm arms in those moments of loss.

The card challenge votes. I am reviewing my notes from the Card Challenge to see who has the First to and also there are a few double votes in play so they will have to be taken out of the voting arena and I have gotten emails on some who know they double voted and apologize and told me where they would really like their vote to go. So can I say Wow some serious voting going on over there. If you haven't thrown in your two cents here are the two polls and only vote once. We couldn't fit them all in one poll. I think they are alll just awesome..Poll 1 Poll 2

Thank you to those who have worked out the kinks with me today for the QMC membership forum. And you know who you are.. Love to have a few testers. so appreciate that.. Also, I have alot of people to add still and will be working on it. But here is our first shot at it...
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UPDATE !!!! I just reuploaded a new file for the WPC both to the QMC and 4shared.

Our Day at the Circus was the winner.This download link has been removed it hit its number super qick. if you are part of my membership visit the link below. Once it hits its limit it is gone and the password was sent out to the yahoo group.
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And for the membership... Hit this link and follow it to the forum. You shoud have access to download them at your leisure. I have processed up to order number 4609 and will try to add the rest tomorrow because I have to crawl off to bed. And the rest of the Circus files will also be added in the next week. If I don't get to it. It will be sometime tomorrow that the the joinees after order number 4609 will be added. Don't worry tho'. The file won't go anywhere til after the quarter. Okay... an update.. I am up to order number 4643. If you do not have access there are a few possibilities.. I didnt get your forum name with your order it was a drop down box at the bottom and I emailed everyone that I didn't have it. or you are paying by check. I get those after the check goes through.

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On to life... so a moment with my son.. He is humming. I must admit I sing alot. I hum and sing and try to be silly. Well My son is humming and I am keying in. and I realize he is singing God Bless America my home sweet home. He looks up and realizes that I am paying attention and have stopped what I am doing and he says with a big smile... " This is our home sweet home huh Mom?" I said "sure is" and smiled. He must have learned the song at school during flag. My heart is beaming. That was my moment for today with the kid that runs my world.

Onto the man who runs my world. Well he will be spinning me around the dance floor on friday night. Soo whoooohoo. going with the inlaw parents to a Western themed dinner at the Club. The club being their country club. Sounds like fun and I look forward to going. We had to prepick our dinner. This makes me nervous. As I eat bare food. No gravy no sauces etc. So we shall see how it goes. I can always find something to eat and have been to the club before. I am sure they see me coming through the door and run. I am infamous for how is this cooked, with what, on what, where did it come from, and what where when why and then if I make the decision to try something against there nervous judgement. Well it's on me. I am an adult. Made my decision. I can handle the repercussions. Please don't hover.... Waitresses hate me, but tis life. Some of us each have a different load to carry. My being annoying to wait staff is one of them. Besides I like to dance on an empty stomach. Sounds crazy but full stomach and I want to sit on the couch and relax. Empty Stomach and Iam jazzed to dance. But then on the way home.. nothing like a big ol Fountain Drink and a bag chips to munch on or even yet a taco because by then... I am a starving. Not sure what kinda band for sure will be there, but I am a hoping for some country to two step, waltz and swing to. My son is headed to his Aunt's house. She is excited. She has three girls. My only precursor was... now you know... If he comes back with his fingernails or toes painted, I am not sure your brother will let him come back. She said that was okay.. They were just planning on facials anyways. Instant Visual... Child with Green Avocado goo on his face and mayo in his hair. saying I AM HUNGRY I AM HUNGRY. Can I eat this Auntie? ha. Should be fun all around.

So Enjoy!
Chris

PS.. So Journaling programs. Does anyone have any recommendations? I would like to be able to copy and paste from the blog to a journal because I am going to hit my limites for blogger sooner or later and I have alot of life in this I would like to capture. One that I can paste into and it will keep the information collected and maybe in the future I can print it out in book format. I am asking for the impossible? hmm.. why not... Any thoughts? Thanks.