fun with circle journals and scrapbooking...
But first...a few of you have asked me (lots of emails too!) about the name of the "happy song" and/or the artist (previous entry)...I'm sorry to say that I don't know! If anyone DOES know, do you mind emailing me or posting it in my comments so I can share with everyone? Thanks :)
Okay...Circle Journals. I'm currently in a group that is winding down...2 more rotations before I get my own Flavors of Life C.J. back! And I'm so excited to see it in person.
Maria recently invited me to join a new group which started this month! There are 8 of us, and I'm so excited that Alette from the Netherlands is included in the group too! I accepted Maria's invitation because I think it will be a great way to keep me involved in "scrapbooking for fun" while I'm so focused on my photography...I've turned down some major Scrapbooking projects and assignments lately, due to my photography business...priorities, you know! I have to manage my time and I've needed to draw the line somewhere...I've realized that I do need to sleep a few hours once in awhile, LOL! :)
So this really gives me a great reason to play with scrapbooking here and there since I'm so involved in my photography these days...but do keep your eyes open for the April issue of Creating Keepsakes for a super fun and exciting (and timely, hint/hint) article I was involved in...
I've received lots of emails asking if I'm going to CHA...the answer? No...in fact, Heidi and I made a difficult decision to turn down a very fun offer of creating Tra-Digi 2 ™ at this time (all together", awwwwww"!), due to both of us being over-extended...I had announced a few months ago after our return from the MT Trade Show of a "surprise"...well, that was the surprise, together with designing a line of products for the book. But as the story goes, there's only so many hours in the day and together, we felt the timing wasn't right.
NOTE: For those of you waiting to receive your Tra-Digi™ book, be lookout super, super soon!!!! :)
So, for those of you off to CHA / Vegas in a few weeks...have fun!!! It's an awesome experience for those of you that haven't been before. So much to see. Be sure to check in with Heidi Swapp's booth...she sent me a sneak-peek of some of her new products...YOU WILL LOVE THEM!!! Too, too cute. That girl is amazing. (eeks...I just visited her "new" splash page/site while creating this link...AWESOME!!! I LOVE pink and black. LOVE LOVE LOVE it).
Okay...so back to my Circle Journal...
The theme I've chosen for my new journal? Being Girly! It's entitled "Little Girl of My Heart", and will center around layouts that include girly-memories from childhood. I chose a color scheme this time...I've asked everyone in the group to use pinks, greens, black, purples, to keep in theme with my whole "girliness" of the journal...chose colors that were fun, dramatic, but girly.
Inside cover, Introduction page: (okay...I'm don't have access right now to my scanner to RE-SCAN this page...the greens are NOT this saturated...more minty...oops! Pretend like these are MINTY greens)
Sign In Pages (each person creates a tag...tags are "naked" until they create their own tag using their own design:
My Tag: (see the pink flower? it was part of the package I received from Heidi S. yesterday...class act even when she packages goodies for people)...
My Layout "Princess" (it's what I wanted to be when I grew up :) ) Okay...see this photo? It's a photo taken by my Van's Studio...the Studio my grandparents owned for 40 years!
If you've never been involved in a Circle Journal group and are interested and curious about starting one, you can read more about them in an entry I wrote HERE.
Don't miss the fun of these Circle Journal Groups! Join one!
Back of Journal:
Wow, Teri, I'm so beyond happy, honored and blessed to be a part of a Circle Journal with you...thank YOU so much for agreeing to take part on this with little ol' me. You have no idea how much it means to me! (Just as if my basketball-fan husband were to be a part of something with Michael Jordan, kind of like that). I appreciate it so specially knowing how busy you are!
I'm sorry to hear about your decision on Tra-digi 2...but I do understand how that goes when we must prioritize...I think your photography business is VERY important and will keep you busy and motivated ---many of us are anxiously waiting to see you succeed and enjoy every minute of it!
I *love* the CJ you've created. It's BEAUTIFUL and I can't wait to add my entry...I specially love the theme you chose and the quote from e.e.cummings...your baby picture is WAY TOO CUTE!!!! THANK YOU again Teri!
Posted by: Maria | January 11, 2006 at 04:05 PM
Ohhhh! You are a meanie to tease us with Heidi Swapps new stuff!
Love the Circle Journal theme and your cover is mah-velous dah-ling!
Beth-Ann
Posted by: Beth-Ann | January 11, 2006 at 04:34 PM
What a super fun journal entry!!! The circle journal sounds so fun and what a neat way to connect with other scrappers! I've never done one, but maybe someday!!! It must have been hard to have to turn down those exciting scrapbooking opportunties - but you are right - timing and priorities are everything!!! I know the Lord is taking you down a really neat path AND giving you the strength and WISDOM to say "No" to other opportunties...for now, at least!!!
Best,
Melissa Runcie
Proverbs 16:9, “A man's heart plans his way, But the LORD directs his steps.”
Posted by: Melissa.Runcie | January 11, 2006 at 06:13 PM
I LOVE that song! It is "Happy" by Alexia from 1999.
Now you know!
Sheila
Posted by: Sheila in AR | January 11, 2006 at 06:48 PM
love the new look of your blog and what a fun looking circle journal. i myself have never done one of these- was supposed to be part of one for a DT I was on but it fell apart somewhere down the line :( Hope you have lots of success with yours :)
Posted by: Jen | January 11, 2006 at 07:03 PM
love your inspring blog sooo much - Thank you!
here's what i found :
http://www.elyrics4u.com/h/happy_alexia.htm
Posted by: holly | January 11, 2006 at 07:43 PM
oh, and here's where to purchase it...which i just may HAVE to, because my lil' boys and i are now in love with the fun ditty.
thanks again -
you make me HAPPY
Posted by: holly | January 11, 2006 at 07:55 PM
Oh Teri it is beautiful, I love how you put it all together and what a lovely photo :) I got some old photos of little mini me, just posted some on my blog yesterday :) changed them a bit in PSP though, but this will be a great theme. And I'm soooo glad to be joining this CJ. Remember we talked about being in a CJ together maybe in the future? Never thought it would be this soon :) I can't wait, thanks Maria for inviting me :)
And thank you all for the name of the artist this is great :)
What a pitty you had to turn down the offer of another book and all the other wonderful things you were offered to do. But my dear you are already such a busy girl, and see what you are doing now with your photography :) It is just great isn't it. I know you did the right thing. I hope I can do something like you are doing in the future. I can't wait to see you new website, your dream of life ( hihi my theme of the CJ) You go girl :)
hugs Alette
Posted by: Alette | January 11, 2006 at 08:45 PM
Oh Teri this is just gorgeous!!! What fun. You are going to have so much fun in a group with those girls. They are the best.
Posted by: Lee | January 11, 2006 at 09:36 PM
Your CJ is beautiful!! I LOVE how girly it is and I cannot wait to work on it!! What a fun theme! Thanks for taking part!
Posted by: Kristi Sauer | January 12, 2006 at 07:03 AM
Beautiful!!!
Love the pink!!
Posted by: julie | January 12, 2006 at 07:18 AM
Alexia - Happy Lyrics
Lyrics by Aquilani A.
Music by Zanetti R.
YOU KNOW WHAT I'M SAYING?
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
EVERYBODY SHOULD BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
I WANNA TAKE YOU TO MY WORLD TO BE HAPPY
'CAUSE I CAN'T LIVE WITHOUT YOUR LOVE
YES YOU KNOW
I'VE NEVER NEEDED ANYONE TO BE HAPPY
BUT THAT'S THE WAY THAT THINGS GO WRONG
YES YOU KNOW
I WAS AFRAID TO OPEN MY EYES
DON'T EVEN KNOW HOW MANY TEARS THAT I'VE CRIED
NOW THAT I'VE FOUND THE LOVE OF MY LIFE
I DON'T GET DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
EVERYBODY SHOULD BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
I'VE NEVER BEEN IN LOVE BEFORE AND I'M HAPPY
'CAUSE YOU'RE THE ONE I'M LOOKING FOR
YES YOU KNOW
YOU BRING THE SUNSHINE INTO MY LIFE
YOUR LIPS ARE BURNING AND THE FEELING IS RIGHT
I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S TRUE THAT YOU'RE MINE
DON'T LET ME DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
EVERYBODY SHOULD BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
I JUST PRAY
YOU'LL NEVER RUN AWAY
CAN'T WAIT ANOTHER DAY
TO HOLD YOU TIGHT
TO HOLD YOU TIGHT
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
EVERYBODY SHOULD BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
IT'S SO NICE TO BE HAPPY
EVERYBODY SHOULD BE HAPPY
Posted by: heidi z | January 12, 2006 at 07:58 AM
btw...I LOVE this CJ - you must have had a blast making it!!! Very a-w-e-s-o-m-e!!!
Posted by: heidi z | January 12, 2006 at 08:04 AM
Hi Teri, tag you're it! I know you are very busy but I hope you will give it a try :)
the questions are on my blog
Hugs Alette
Posted by: Alette | January 12, 2006 at 11:52 PM
Here's the link...i'm not kidding this time!?! http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00004U8E0/ref=wl_itt_dp/104-5984736-1734337?%5Fencoding=UTF8&colid=167M32P1P0S7T&coliid=I3MOBRXVRS2LMP&v=glance&n=5174
Posted by: holly | January 13, 2006 at 11:40 AM
WOW Teri!!! Your journal is so cute and the colors you chose are awesome!!! I can't wait to see your article in CK...how exciting for you:) Well, I can't wait to place my entry in your Flavors of Life cj. Fun stuff!!!! Talk to you later.
By the way, so sorry to hear that you and Heidi aren't doing a TraDigi2. I love the first one!!!!! :)Its so inspiring!!!
Michele
Posted by: Michele Holcomb | January 13, 2006 at 06:05 PM