10.10.07
Verve Visual - Release!!
Verve Visual release day is finally here! You can now purchase Seasonal Circles and Winter Wonder at the Verve Store. Each set is only $10 and includes a CD case with printed index sheet for easy storage. These stamp sets come in red, deep etched, unmounted rubber. Julee’s added the option to purchase a 1/4 sheet of EZ Mount with your set for just $1 more!
Here are a couple of my projects using these wonderful new sets - details are on the VV Gallery. Be sure to take a look at the other projects in the Verve Visual Gallery - stunning work!!!!
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On a personal note - I’ve been more limited in my stamping time - this paid job is really getting in the way. As I mentioned in an earlier post a major employer in our area has laid off 1000+ workers (I work at the unemployment office - specifically with dislocated workers). This major employer also announced they quarterly financial report - not looking good. They are using the term “reorganization” which usually means there are more pending lay-offs……. My management team also asked me yesterday if I could increase my hours - so full-time here I come….. I must say I do really enjoy the satisfaction I receive as a case manager for dislocated workers. We do have funds available for training and skill enhancement along with Trade Act extended unemployment benefits. Since my husband worked in the lumber industry, we have experienced job loss on more than one occasion - I truly believe in the programs that are available and have seen great success even with these current employees who are loosing their jobs. I’ve also heard some real heartbreaking stories. Stamping continues to be my therapy and builds my resiliency to continue working each day.
I did get my projects done last week on time for Blogger’s Challenge (black and orange), however, did not have time until yesterday to photo and upload - so they are late. I’m so thinking about Mango Margaritas!!!! But working on this weeks’ challenge. Enjoy. Lila
Blogger’s Challenge - Week 15
Julee T. said,
10.10.07 at 9:06 am
All your projects are awesome! I wish those paid jobs would learn to just back off when it comes to stamp time!
Kim Ross (StampingSpud) said,
10.10.07 at 11:26 am
Aww, I hate it when real life cuts into stamping time
Terrific cards! Loving the little witch bird from Hero Arts. That little guy is one of my very favorites for this season!
Courtney said,
10.10.07 at 12:32 pm
Love the halloween and the margarita cards mom!!
Maria said,
10.10.07 at 12:45 pm
You have a wonderful job that benefits many people. I’m sorry to hear of all the job loss. It’s tough.
As for your cards, they are fabulous. I especially love those Christmas cards. They’re all very elegant. Great job on the layout too! Your Halloween cards are cute. I love the one with the margarita drink esepcially!
Maria
Ida said,
10.12.07 at 7:33 am
Lila, They may be “late” but they were worth the wait! Nicely done. I love that cute little bird & the Mango Margarita sounds as yummy as your card looks. Ida
Karen (stampin3) said,
10.14.07 at 2:07 pm
these both turned out nice - love the margarita one especially!!
good luck with the increased hours for your job too!!