Mama Monday - A Day Behind

The good thing about Summer is all the fun there is to have and all the places to go. We have had a week at the Oregon Coast and this last weekend several days in Bend, Oregon. The problem is however, it throws you right off your normal schedule. 

I have lost my rhythm when it comes to blog posts -- working on getting it back. I hope you will be patient while I get back up to speed. 

The good news about this weekend, besides having fun, was that I got some terrific images that I hope to turn into canvases some time soon. Although at this point they are behind Halloween signs, an order of cards and a wedding sign plus possibly a special custom order. 

Here is a sampling of our Bend experience: 

Of course all good things come to an end and so too will this summer. We still have a few more weeks but as happens every year, I know school is coming when I notice the first purple blooms on what I call the "Back to School" flower ... and look what's in bloom!

What fun have you still got planned?

Whatever it is, enjoy! 

Ciao for now, 
Mama Zuzi (Sue)

Thankful Thursday - The End of School

It is Thursday and there is just one day left of this school year. Amazing. 

Today I am thankful for all the teacher's and school personnel who help my children and honestly all children every day -- to learn, to grow, to become who they are meant to be.

And in that spirit, I am going to share my process in making yesterday's wonderful tutorial which I am making for my kids' teachers and the school secretaries. 

Thanks again to Design Mom for the terrific idea and tutorial which you can find here:

 

And now without further ado, is my version (it was fun): 

1. Printed out the templates

2. I colored mine. 

3. Cut 'em out. 

4. Score & fold where indicated.

5. I glued the side tab first. 

6. I used the glue bottle to hold the bottom tabs together when I glued them. 

 

7. Fill with goodies. 

 

8. Ready for gifting on the last day of school! 

Ciao for now, 

Mama Zuzi