Monthly Archives: August 2011

Bird-day Greetings!

Posted on August 31, 2011 by buffycooper

When I got to the technique class today, Mom pulled in at the same time. She mentioned that she had several loads of “stuff” to bring in – which I thought was a little odd, because all anyone really needs … Continue reading →

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Just in time!

Posted on August 30, 2011 by buffycooper

My UPS man came today with the last item from my Holiday Mini Catalog preorder. It was a super crazy day, but I wanted to put this together and post it before I hit the sack. Ink: Versamark; Paper: Cherry … Continue reading →

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Notably Embedded

Posted on August 30, 2011 by buffycooper

I learned lots today. First, my definition of “everything is out of the house and it’s ready to be cleaned,” is a lot different from my dear husband’s definition. We’re cleaning out a house that’s being listed, so I went … Continue reading →

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Safe Travels

Posted on August 29, 2011 by buffycooper

I was reading an article the other day about how to be safe when you travel. One of the topics was bedbugs. This creeped me out, but I kept reading. The author suggested that you carry a picture of a … Continue reading →

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Earthquakes and Hurricanes

Posted on August 27, 2011 by buffycooper

WOW – what’s up with the East coast? Earthquake on Tuesday. Hurricane this weekend. Good grief. Actually, we’re really blessed in my area of Virginia. The earthquake damage was extremely minimal (a chair in the backyard fell over) and Irene … Continue reading →

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Accordion Flowers

Posted on August 27, 2011 by buffycooper

The first time I saw these little accordion flowers, I thought, “They’re so cute! I should make some.” So I tried, about a year or so ago. The accordion part went very well. Putting it together? Not so great. Oh, … Continue reading →

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No Glitter Escaped…

Posted on August 25, 2011 by buffycooper

…during the creation of this project! So many people were involved in creating this. My original idea for this card (embossing the punched border) came from Judy. She and her granddaughter made an anniversary card with that technique, and I … Continue reading →

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Back to Normal

Posted on August 25, 2011 by buffycooper

Virginia’s “Five Minutes of Fame” seem to be over. The earthquake is almost forgotten – at least where I live – and the news has moved on to Hurricane Irene. I know in other areas closer to the epicenter there … Continue reading →

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Shake, Rattle & Roll!

Posted on August 24, 2011 by buffycooper

I had to take some photos in Stephens City, VA, today, so I called Mom. Since I’d be that close, I wanted to stop and say hi if she and Dad were going to be home. While we were chatting, … Continue reading →

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Grammar Rock

Posted on August 23, 2011 by buffycooper

This is going to be a grammar rant, so you can skip to the next photo if you want. I used to love Saturday morning cartoons – even as a teenager. My favorite thing was Grammar Rock.” Who can forget, … Continue reading →