TERESA COLLINS

Touring New Zealand

McKay went mountain biking with Stacy (Michele's neice)in the bush and has really enjoyed it. I am truly in love with the country and the scenery. It has been lightly raining and it's definitely Fall here. I am so enjoying how beautiful it is.

Today we are going to the ocean and having lunch. It is the last day that Donna D and Heidi S. will be with us. We are so enjoying this trip. As International guests they have truly made us feel so welcome. They gave us gifts for coming last night and even gave us a KIWI stuffed animal (bird) and KIWI POO (it was chocolate covered raisins). I am horrible at pronouncing the names of all the cities and the volcanoes here. ha!

So today is all about sightseeing and enjoying this beautiful time and place with my daughter. My heart is OVER joyed. I felt such a connectiion here with the women. The girls from NZ and Australia. They are truly special and I gained so much more than I'm sure gave them. I love teaching and sharing my passion and WHY I document and why I feel it's so important to be YOUR family and personal historian.

I am finally on NZ time. I slept 7 hours last night and I feel GREAT!!!!!! We have been at the hotel and today are going to stay at Maggies home until we leave. She also taught at the event. I adore her and know we will be friends well beyond this event. I truly hope to come back again. I told the Michele and Jodi that I can't WAIT to come back.

PS... I miss my family. I really appreciate Ty being the best dad and husband. I love that McKay and I have a couple of days to be together here. This is a special time for us.

While in NEW ZEALAND...

McKay and I are having the BEST time. The event is now over and it was so wonderful and special. The women were so very appreciative that we had come. I love the women here. The event coordinators- Michele and Jodi TRULY have outdone themselves. I would come back in a second. The event was well run and they really did do a great job. It was their FIRST event. I am so thankful that I was asked to come.

After the event ended, we went to church. They have our church here and we googled and found the local meetinghouse. It was perfect timing and the event took dropped us off. I can't tell you how much it meant to both McKay and I to be able to go. It was a Polynesian ward. Needless to say, we kind of stuck out with our light coloring and eyes. They were so friendly. They wanted to know why we had come all the way from Utah. One young man spoke- he had just returned from a 2 year mission for the church. It was uplifting and spiritual and McKay has decided she will come home from her mission and come back. Yes, he was very good looking and so McKay jokes she would marry him in the future. Ha!I am truly thankful for today. I loved watched the sweet polynesian families and they have strong family bonds. It was beautiful to behold.

We are having a special teachers, events, and helpers dinner tonight at Maggie's house. I am so looking forward to this. Tomorrow we are sightseeing all day. Can't wait!!!!!

I'm in NEW ZEALAND

I made it. I am in the hotel lobby since I don't have internet access. I think it's a good thing that I can really just enjoy being here. First, I had the best flight over here. I am now a fan of AIR NEW ZEALAND. I watched two movies- Warm Bodies and Parental Guidance and slept for 5 hours of the 12.5 hr flight from San Francisco.

The country is BEAUTIFUL. The hotel is amazing!!!! Jodi and Michele have went above and beyond. The event is full of beautiful women. They have about 40 Australian girls here as well. It is such a well organzied event.

I taught all day yesterday after arriving at 6am. Yes, major jet lag going on. Heidi told me that around 6 pm last night I would be hating life. She was right. I was not even able to "think" around 9 pm. They did a skit night and Maggie played ELLEN and her special guests were Donna Downey, Heidi Swapp and I. It was so funny. However, I was not quite all there being so tired. They played games like on the show and several girls won BIG prizes from TC Stampmaker, Craftwell and XYRON- (tc mega runners, stickmakers). WOW, I am blessed to have so much support with the companies that I design and work with. I really APPRECIATE THIS!!!

Today I am up way early- I could not sleep!!! I am teaching three workshops and we have a special dinner tonight with girls who "WON" dinner with the international teachers. I am pretty excited about this.

Okay... I miss my family. Gentry is on here honeymoon. My husband tells me that the family is great and fine. I am so enjoying my sweet McKay. She loves it here! The women are wanting photos with her and giving her sweets and cards. We feel so welcome!!!!

I am excited to be here. If you have never come... you would love it!

The wedding... headed to New Zealand

I am the most wonderful proud mother. I love this sweet girl. She is everything I could ever ask in a daughter. I escorted her to the Draper Temple. She married her best friend Devan Bartholomew for all time & eternity. She wasn't nervous. She knew it was a dream come true for her.

I did not take photos. I savored EVERY single moment. I am thankful for all of the friends and family who sent me a few photos and we had a photographer and a video choreograper to document the special day and moments. So today before I get on my first flight to San Francisco- I wanted to share a few that were shared with me. 

Gentry's wedding party. I can't wait to see the "good photos." 

I am in love with this photo. I am with my three daughters. This is a DREAM to have been blessed with these girls... and all my children. It was quite windy yesterday when we were taking photos after the ceremony.

They are walking outside of the temple... just married... so happy!!!!!!

This is WADLEY FARMS in Lindon Utah where we had the reception. The grounds are amazing. I can't wait to share more photos!!!!

Gentry is blessed to have so many wonderful friends from high school and college. Gentry just completed her third year at school. Hilary was her roommate her first year at school. I love that so many people came to support her on this special day.

The happy couple...

Gentry with Taylor. I loved Gentry's bouquet. Gent made all the bridesmaid flower bouquets out of book pages. They were amazing!!!!!

Another photo from the reception. I can now share Gentry's bridals... 

I absolutely LOVED the photos. I felt Lyndsey captured the love they have for each other. We had her dress custom made.

The photographer is AMAZING... Lyndsey Fagerlund. 

I loved this photo.... just so sweet.

I loved the location... Saltair in Utah.

Devan adores her. 

This is one of my favorites... 

So happy for Mr & Mrs. Devan Bartholomew. They are now on their honeymoon in Park City for a few days and then they are headed to Southern California for a week- Disneyland!!!!!  

Now... I am at the airport. I am so thankful to be with McKay headed to NEW ZEALAND. I am going to SAVOR every single moment with her and can't wait to meet all the women at the event. I will be blogging along the way.

She's getting MARRIED today...

Oh, I know I have been absent here for a few days. It has been so busy with family & friends coming in for the wedding. My sister Shelley flew from NC to be here. Everyone here loves her and loves to hear her southern accent. Zach had a game yesterday and they won. That means they play today (play until they lose). I am up and we are all going to Taylors home- to let the bridesmaids and Gentry get "dressed." The photographer will be there as well. 

MY heart is overflowing. My Gentry is marrying her best friend. I am so happy for them. I wanted to share the just a couple of photos from the dinner last night. Devan's family hosted the family dinner at BLUE LEMON in Highland Utah. It was YUMMY! However, the best part was celebrating Devan and Gentry.

I am one very thankful mother. They found each other and they are marrying their best friend.

I love that everyone is so happy and my kids are truly just estatic that Devan... they like to call him "devbot" is going to be one of us- FAMILY. I told him he was stuck with us forever. He was happy about this.

This is my crazy, funny, real, kind and amazing sister Shelley. I love her so much and having her here has meant more than words can say. 

Okay... I admit it I am the OLDER sister. I am three years older than Shelley and she is the one who helps guide me. She gives me awesome (REAL) advice. I love you so much Shelley!!!!

This is Gentry- she is still my baby girl. Oh my... emotional me. I am forever grateful that God gave me her to love and raise. She is so special and I kept crying last night during the family presentation.

I want to thank the Bartholomews for hosting the most yummy and special family dinner last night at the BLUE LEMON. It was very special for the couple. 

They had each of the tables beautifully decorated and adorned with the wedding colors. Ann (Devan's mother) is so sweet and just did a great job at this.

They made this boxes up and wrapped them for each guest that came. Yes, lots of chocolate was inside. Somehow my box disappeared. Have I mentioned my husband loves chocolate?

I think the slideshow they showed of Gentry and Devan from a baby, growing up and meeting each other was so sweet. I cried so many tears, laughed a lot (how did I dress her that way and think it was cute? ha!!!!) and just loved the feelings of knowing they had found each other. Devan played this song to their photos-

 

 How could a mother not feel overjoyed to know that their daughter is so loved and cherished by the man that is marrying them?

Devan then played a song on the piano that he wrote and composed just for her. It was "Gentry's Song." My heart was on overflow MUSH by then. I love you Devan. He is so talented and the song spoke to my soul. He loves her and she loves him.

In a few hours... TODAY... they will be married.

I am so happy!!!!

Woot Woot ... it's FRIDAY!!!!!!

I am printing the bridals and the first look photos of Gentry and Devan. We are going to frame them for the reception. They were so beautiful and I LOVED them! I can't wait to share. I am GIDDY excited for the wedding and for the celebration. I love that weddings bring us together. At least they should!!! I am happy to say I am even packing for NZ early. My daughter McKay going with me is just the most fabulous meaningful thing to me. I just LOVE being a mother. It is my greatest accomplishment and joy.

Okay.. on the design team blog today is my special guest designer for MAY. Drum Roll... Leslie Ashe. She is amazing and talented. I am so in love with what she created.

http://teresacollinsdesignteam.blogspot.com

This is one of her projects- I could not pick a favorite...

 I wanted to share some cards that I made for Ty for Father's Day with the TC Stampmaker. Shh... don't tell him!

 You can download this month's FREE 8.5x11 TC Stampmaker from Photocentric and make your own cards from the sheet.

I love it!!!!! I hope you enjoy making your own cards and I even made a mini book. This is HE SAID collection.

*using the 6x6 paper pad.

*I LOVE the file folders and created a book to give him. 

*card from 12x12 He Said papers and garland (glitter).

I made this book from my 6x6 He Said paper pad. I love it!!!!

Okay... back to wedding mode. Hope you have a great weekend.

5 days...it's coming

Oh my... life is so wonderful!!!!!

I am choosing to embrace all that I have on "my plate" right now. Yesterday was amazing. We went to the temple with Gentry. It was very special and I was able to escort her since it was her first time. Gentry looked beautiful and seeing Devan with her was sweet. I was overcome with thankfulness to have all three of my girls together. We are now FIVE days from the wedding. They are getting married in the Draper Temple. 

Yesterday, Zachs team played Maple Mountain baseball team. The pitcher was amazing! He struck out 15 of our players- super great curve ball, fastball and can throw junk. WOW! He impressed me. He will be playing at BYU next year. They will be lucky to have him. Our team lost by 3 runs, but Zach was so happy that he hit off of him and changed the game from a no hitter. He caught great and even though they lost it worked out. Now they play on MONDAY- the day before the wedding. I am excited that my family, sister and Amy who are coming from out of state can go watch him play. Then we have the family dinner on Monday night. Oh... I am loving this time. 

This is Zach protecting the plate yesterday. He was out!

He threw the ball to get a double play- throwing to first base. The crowd was SO LOUD. They had bases loaded and we got two outs here. Exciting game!!!

State playoffs will continue on Monday. If they lose they are out of the playoffs. 

I had some questions about Craftwell. I have designed many new embossing folders and MORE. You will be able to find the products directly through Craftwell and the places that they distribute. I will be able to share more and where to find them as soon as they become available. If you call my office to order them, Brian will happily sent you to Craftwell. We are all so excited about this new partnership!

I'm at my office today working on TWO new collections. I am feeling inspired. I was up at 4am this morning with a new line in my head. I can't sleep and know it's time to start the day. Do you do this too? ahhh... so me. 

ONE week- off to New Zealand

This is going to be a crazy fun week for our family. I have family and friends flying to Utah for the wedding. I am so thrilled that my friends and my sister is coming. I am feeling so thankful for this. It's a HUGE big deal for me to have them all here. I want them to know how much it means. Gentry has been getting so many gifts and that is so nice and thoughtful. Many of you have sent gifts and well wishes. THANK YOU! The wedding is in 6 days. I want to think we are prepared. 

I wanted to share a photo that CRAFTWELL had online yesterday-

Yes, I am doing LETTER SIZE embossing folders. I am eager to be able to have them debuted so that everyone can see how cool they are. 

Yesterday Zachs high school baseball team played their first game in State playoffs. They played one yesterday and play again today. They did well and I was so happy. 

I love that the kids came to support him. Grandma was even there. I know these are times that although at 15 years old, he does not say how much it means... it does.

Tonight after the game, I am going to the temple with Gentry. This is her first time. My heart is emotional. I feel so much happiness in her decisions to be married and go to the temple. I think it is to be expected that I am a "bit" emotional this week. Thankfully we are taking it day and day and things are going smooth. 

Now I wanted to share a project designed by Julie Jacob.

"Today I am continuing with a project I shared on National Scrapbooking Day.

It's an altered book, which I turned into a gratitude journal for June.

 

 

You can find the tutorial for making the cover, pages, and days 1-5 HERE.

Today I want to share days 6-10. :)

 

 

Day 6:

 

 

1.  Cut a piece of Summer Stories (SS) Flowers paper 4x7.5".  I assemble my page and THEN glue it into the book.  Way easier, as this book is NOT a lay flat book. :)  

2.  Cut the colored, lined index card from the Memories (M) Ledger card paper.  Stamp I am thankful at the bottom, and adhere.

3.  Add a strip of gold glitter scallop border beneath.  Adhere chipboard LOVE pennant to top right, and the 'notes' SS die cut above the date on the index card.  

4.  Stamp the date and add a gold 6 (Thickers).

5.  Glue whole piece into the book, then add black camera washi tape to left edge.

 

Day 7:

 

 

 

1.  Adhere 'You & Me' SS die cut to top of book page...leave room at the bottom to slide notebook paper underneath.  I kind of already decided this would be an 'I'm thankful for us' page.  

2.  Cut a piece of M Ledger Card paper (white ledger side) 3.5 x 5.5".  Slide under you & me and adhere.

Add US pennant.  Stamp I am thankful on SS Filigree paper (woodgrain side) and adhere.

3.  Add chipboard button, SS enamel dots & the 7 (Thickers.)  

4.  Stamp the date and add the gray ruler washi tape to the bottom of the page.

5.  I used my McGill tab punch and M Calendar paper (pink chevron side) to make the top tab.  The numbers are from the Memories chipboard pieces.  The back of the tab has the 8 on it.

 

The next two pages.

 

Day 8:

 

 

 

1.  Cut a piece of M Subway Calendar paper (gray dot side) to 3.5 x 6.5".

2.  Add the Remember die cut M piece.  Cut the 8 from the SS Bingo paper (yellow numbers side) and adhere.  I sewed beneath the remember...again, before you glue it into the book. :)

3.  Add the die cut SS Just Because piece to the bottom.

4.  Adhere the pennant, and stamp the date on it.  Stamp I am thankful above it...then punch out Love This circle from the M Dots paper.

 

Day 9:

 

 

1.  For this page I used the second to largest M file folder.  The one with the different ledger cards on it.  There's lots of room inside for journaling, or adding a picture or two.  

2.  Add a 1 3/4" strip of SS Stripes paper (pink dot side).  I sewed on mine after adding the other elements.

3.  Add the Story 3x4 card from the SS Cards paper.  Punch a large gold glitter heart and add.  Stamp I am thankful at the bottom right corner.

4.  Adhere the yellow Love and pink pennants to the top left corner.  Stamp the date above the Story card.

5.  Punch the clock from the M Dots paper and tuck in on right side.  Add the yellow brad to the center...then the chipboard button and enamel dots.  Last...cut out the 9 from the SS Bingo paper (yellow numbers side) and adhere.

 

Day 10:

 

 

1.  Punch out the fleur de lis ledger piece from the M die cut sheet.  Add the good times strip.  Then stamp the date beneath.  Stamp I am thankful at the top.  Adhere.

2.  From your scraps of paper, punch several (I did 9 using a Martha Stewart punch) medium butterflies.  

Adhere over the page...Add enamel dots to some butterflies...also the M 10 chipboard piece to another.

 

There you go...the first 10 days of June!

Have a great Monday... :)

 

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It's true- PRESS RELEASE!!!!!

I am beyond excited to make the following announcement-

Craftwell Announces Partnership with Teresa Collins Designs

 Craftwell Announces Partnership with Teresa Collins Designs 

 

New York City, NY, May 13, 2013 — Craftwell Inc. today announced an agreement with Teresa Collins Designs,  for the creation of an exclusive design collection for use with the eBosser and eCraft product lines of specialty electronic die cutters and embossers.  Craftwell Inc. is a New York based manufacturer of high-tech consumer electronic products and related craft accessories for the Arts & Craft and Education sectors. 

Craftwell’s eBosser and eCraft product lines represent a new generation of die-cutting and embossing machines for the craft and education markets.  The products are used for multiple applications including scrapbooking, paper crafting & card making, quilting, home decorating, children’s education and activities, which enable users to cut or emboss paper, card stock, vellum, vinyl, felt, craft foam, plastic, foil and other materials, providing more usability than competing products.   

“We are extremely pleased to partner with Teresa Collins and offer her exclusive collections of designs to users of eBosser and eCraft machines,” said Craftwell’s Chief Executive Officer, David Tse.  “Craftwell products have generated significant excitement in the hobby market by virtue of their ease of use and flexibility, and we believe Teresa Collins’ outstanding designs will further enhance the creative experience for our customers.” 

Teresa Collins, President of Teresa Collins Designs, commented: “In order to expand our line and showcase our designs, we wanted to partner with a strong technology company that could provide a broad range of innovations.  We selected Craftwell as they have demonstrated their ability to develop products that revolutionize the industry.” 

 Craftwell will be featuring the first of many Teresa Collin’s embossing folder collections for the eBosser product line, in booth #3220 at the Creative & Lifestyle Arts / National Stationary Show at the Jacob K Javits Convention Center in New York City, May 19-22, 2013. 

About Craftwell  

Headquartered in New York, Craftwell is a leader in providing technological innovations to the crafting and education sectors.  The company’s products are designed to provide users with advanced capabilities that increase their creative possibilities.  Craftwell’s eCraft electronic die cutter was an honoree in the prestigious Innovations Design & Engineering Award program at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES).  Their newest product, the eBosser die cutter & embosser, has been lauded by crafters and quilters, gaining international acclaim.  For more information, visit www.craftwellusa.com. 

 

I want to let everyone know how I truly believe things come in our life at the right time. This opportunity was truly one of those times. Craftwell is truly the perfect fit for me and my designs. This is a wonderful opportunity for me to debut some amazing new products and designs. Oh, I can't share yet what I will be debuting, but let's just say I have been so busy!!!! I am giddy (over the moon) thrilled and honored to be partnered with Craftwell. It has been a complete pleasure to work together. 

Make sure you go like them on FACEBOOK and leave a comment that I sent you. You will be able to follow TCD and CRAFTWELL for all the latest and greatest updates: www.facebook.com/ecraftbycraftwell?fref=ts

Enjoying it... weekend highlights

We went to Red Robin's (McKay's choice)for dinner on Friday night. We had a great time just being together.

My son Ty was at a skatepark with his friend. It is so hard to get everyone together- 

I had to laugh when I picked him up- I wanted to take some photos. You can tell in the one photo that he was not wanting his photo taken. He will appreciate my efforts in the future!!!

We did a little photo shot on Saturday at Saltair. Gentry was doing her bridals and we were getting biten by the bugs. I can't believe she is now 19!!! Mothers Day was special for me since she is going on a mission and I will not be with her this time next year. 

I woke up on Sunday and found this sign that McKay had made for me-

I am still just dealing with this crazy cold and have been feeling low in energy and going to bed super early. I had no idea she stayed up late to do this. 

I love that they all went with me to church for Mother's Day.

My kids did really thoughtful gifts for me. I really appreciated the time and effort. I loved the sentiments and how heartfelt they were.

Matt and Kayla are in CA and they sent me a GROUPON for a facial. I love this. Kayla knows me and told me to make time for this. Can't wait to see them in less than a week.

The wedding is in EIGHT days. I am so excited!!!!

In NINE DAYS McKay and I are going to New Zealand. I am going to sleep the whole way there. I am pretty tired. ha! 

I loved the card that Gentry and Devan made me. I love that she feels this way about me. So special!!!!

Taylor gave me a very "needed" and gift I love. She knows I love the sweats from Victoria Secret. These are glittered and I love them. I like to wear sweats at night after I'm home for the night.

 

We went to Tyler's sisters home yesterday to be with the family. I love that McKay mentioned how much she will miss our family gatherings. She gave me the sweetest homemade gift.

She took a deck of cards and make it into a 52 Things I LOVE ABOUT YOU! I laughed at some of the cards. They were perfect. I loved them because they were so personal and I will cherish the messages. 

I showed just a few of the pages. My son Ty gave me a wood bowl that is so awesome. He made it for me in wood shop. He is in 8th grade. I loved it! My husband gave me red roses. It was a wonderful day.

Okay... I have a new show today on MY CRAFT CHANNEL. It is all about scrapbooking the girls. 

I was going to announce today my news and partnership. I was asked to hold off until TOMORROW AM. So first thing tomorrow I will share my exciting news. Can't wait!!!!!!

HAPPY FRIDAY- last of CLASS KITS!!!

It is a beautiful Friday here in Utah. I am in my office trying hard not to cough or get anyone sick. If I did not have a big deadline and a wedding coming up I would be at home. I am just thankful that I don't have chills or a fever. I honestly am feeling positive and know I'm slowing getting better. So it's really a good- GREAT day!!!!

TOMORROW is McKay's birthday- I love this girl.

This was her on her birthday last year- she will be 19 years old tomorrow!!! We will be celebrating today and tomorrow. I can't believe she will be leaving on her mission next month. I'm so proud of her!!!!!

Taylor just informed me that SIX kits of the FAR & AWAY class kit that I taught- (not teaching again) are available. If you want one of the kits please email Taylor. She was preparing to kit new kits and found them. The first people who contact and pay will get the following kit-

 Each kit comes with page by page photos, instructions and all materials. 

This is just a few of images of the project. I love that this travel book is one you can do for ANY trip.

If you want one of the few kits please email Taylor at [email protected]. She will email the invoices out right away today and mail the kits tomorrow. LIMITED EDITION- only a few kits available. THANK YOU!!!!

UPDATE: The class kits SOLD OUT sooo fast. Taylor called me and within minutes had 80 emails. So she called me and she will kit more of the kits. In order to do the kits this weekend and mail them on Monday- you need to place an order and pay for them by noon tomorrow. So if you want one please email her right away. Thank you Taylor for being willing to kit more kits this weekend. I sure appreciate each of you that wanted a kit and Taylor for agreeing to kit them. 

Hope you have a HAPPY FRIDAY!!!!

 **** If you would like one contact Taylor ASAP at the above email address. Email her with any questions. ****

Big news...

Yesterday was a busy day. I had planned to tape more of my episodes for www.mycraftchannel.com. I was so sick and honestly, I kept telling myself that I could do it. I have been sleeping, taking sudafed and vitamin C (probably too much!) to help. I woke up and felt horrible. I prayed that I could just get through my shows taping. The studio moved to a new location and I had a new set. It was so fun that Gentry and McKay went with me to help me. It really helped to have them there. They set up all nine of my shows between takes and helped keep me organized. When I am sick I need the extra help.

 

We filmed and I think I had to stop maybe four times today due to coughing or ugh... sneezing, etc. It went fast and I could not believe how smooth it went. As soon as I was done and in the car, I started to cough nonstop and sneeze. I told McKay that I know God had helped me to do the shows. It was so evident that as soon as I was done my sickness was worse again.

I took the girls and Devan to Cafe Rio for lunch and my head was "spinning." We were in a quiet corner so I was okay. It was so fun to see how excited they are to get married. I went to their "first place"- Devan's parents own a condo that they will be living in while Devan get's his Masters degree and they finish school. It was beautiful and they are so blessed. They have NO furniture. I love seeing a couple have nothing but growing together in life. They don't even have a chair in their place. I asked Gentry is they had a TV and she said..."NO, that is not a necessity." I loved it!

Zach had his last Region 7 game yesterday afternoon. I went bundled up and with hot chocolate. I know I should not have went, but I can't miss this important events in my kids life if I can help it. They won!!!! Zach hit a homerun and a triple and walked twice. They won 17 to 1. They then were awarded Region 7 MHS Champs. Next week, they start STATE playoffs. They will play next week (two days) and how they place determines STATE games the following week. This is the week Gentry is getting married and STATE finals would be during her wedding day. 

I wish like crazy that State was not that week- of course, we had no idea when we planned Gentry's wedding. Zach is starting catcher and will have to play. We hope the times do not mean he misses the reception/wedding. I will be with Gentry and would never miss any part of her wedding day. 

Last night, Gentry's friends Jackie and Dani threw her a batchlorette party. They had so much fun and I politely declined going since I wanted it to be just her friends. She has some great girlfriends.

Looks like they had fun!!!!!

Today it is 12 days to the wedding!!!!

Yesterday, Devan and Gentry went and got their marriage license. I am such a happy mom.

Okay... I have HUGE big news. I wanted to let you know that on MONDAY- this coming MONDAY- "we" will be sending out a press release to announce my latest partnership. It is just so amazing and I am so happy and excited for what I will be sharing.

Now to take my sons to school. Have a great day!

I'm sick...

It finally happened. I am sick. This is such bad timing. It is two weeks before the wedding, a huge deadline I am working on, New Zealand in 15 days and I'm filming tomorrow new episodes for My Craft Channel.

I am taking Vitamin C. I think my body just needs some rest. Thankfully, it seems like a really bad cold/cough. No fever and chills like the flu. 

Okay... I can do this!!!!!!

Staying positive.

Bridal Shower, BMX and Baseball...& NSD

This weekend was nonstop busy. It started with Zach's baseball game on Friday evening. It was weird but I just KNEW that he was going to have a great game. I think moms have a special gift and connection at times with their children. I mentioned it to Ty and McKay. If I am at work, I always leave early to see the games. I video all his at bats and he likes to watch them after the games to watch his swing. He was "on" in hitting and catching.

After the game, Zach was asked to be interviewed for the newspaper. I watched him as he answered the questions. He was just so sweet about his comments. I have told him to always just be thankful and humble of his successes. 

He hit a three run- home run and this is his coach at third base. I am so thankful that he loves his team and coach. He has grown as a athlete and playing on the Varsity team has helped him grow in his confidence and abilities. I had worried since he was the only 9th grader on the team that he would feel out of place. It was the direct opposite. The older boys have welcomed him and treat him well. 

He absolutely loves being the catcher and they are down to their last week of games before Region playoffs. Then if they qualify they will go to State. Currently, the team is in 1st place going into Region. However, they know that they have to play well and they face tough competition every game.

On Saturday it was National Scrapbook Day. I really enjoyed visiting Heartfelt. I will post more photos of this later this week. 

I raced home to help Taylor and Mckay with Gentry's bridal shower. Taylor hosted the shower and was really organized and made it special. Here are a few of the photos. Unfortunately, my camera had been left on and my battery was dead.  I had to use my other purse camera. NOTE: photo colors are all off. Positive note- at least I have photos.

Yes, I love that Taylor made a photo to document the day. I am a big fan of signs that help to tell the story.

I thought this was a great idea to do the ADVICE sheets.

Taylor made all types of salad and desserts. She even made CAKE POPS and put them in colored PINK rice to keep them standing up.

McKay and Taylor worked hard to adorn the shower and make it a special day for Gentry.

I am so thankful to be the mother of my children. They are making good and wise decisions. I am so thankful. Gentry is so ready to be a wife and I am so excited for the wedding. Many women in Portugal last week think Gentry and I look so much alike. Do you see it? I really don't. I don't think any of my kids look alike. ha! However, I think my son Ty looks just like I did.

Gentry had Cambria help her open the gifts. It was so cute!!!!

Okay... bad photo... but what a great gift from Taylor. She got the idea off of pinterest.

I am so thankful for Gentry's friends. She met these three beautiful girls at BYU. Hilary and Dani were her roommates.

I wish I had got a photo with everyone who came. We are so thankful for our family and friends who came to celebrate with us. THANK YOU all for coming. 

I am so thankful for this photo. This is Gentry's grandmother (her dad's mom). She is the sweetest person. I love her and even though Gentry's dad and I got divorced, they have always been so kind and caring towards me. I love that they love my girls so much and support them in so many ways. 

I truly love Gentry's friends. They have a very special place in my heart. They support her and they are just great examples.

Dani, Jackie, McKay, Gentry, Taylor, Rachel, Chandler and Katie. They are all her bridesmaid. We are missing Kayla. (they will be here for the wedding and we are excited!!!)

 

After the shower, we drove to Farmington so that Ty could race in the first game of the outdoor season of BMX bike racing. It was so windy and cold and I was miserable. I just kept thinking that it was so important to be there for Ty and that I would face the cold any day to be there for my son. He is just such a sweet kid. He is growing up so fast. He tends to like the exact opposite of Zach. We try to give each of our children their own special time with us. 

Ty won all three races to place 1st in the competition. He was so excited. I just love that it makes him feel happy to race. He was so happy since he felt he was not going to even place in the race.

He really WAS happy. This photos makes me laugh! 

Next time, maybe  I can get him to smile. 

It was just a great weekend of family moments and memories.

SO much to share!!!!- National Scrapbooking Day Celebration.

Okay, today is such a wonderful over the top fabulous day. I have so many GREAT things going on in my life personally and in business. I am so blessed and my heart is overflowing. Later this month I have a HUGE big fabulous announcement. I can't wait to share the news and what I am doing professionally. I have been waiting until I can share the big news and it's almost time.

I do have some great news to share today.

The TC Stampmaker has been a world wide hit. I love the machine and I truly believe in what the machine does. As of today, you can find my machines at HOBBYCRAFT. These are the brand new exclusive light blue version boxed of my machines. The machine is the same, but now it's easier to find.

They are exclusively distributed in the UK by Trimcraft. This is such a wonderful amazing thing. It's never been easier to make your own fabulous clear stamps... your own designs- truly customized for YOU! 

I also wanted to share my first magazine cover in Russia.

I did a interview and shared some projects. Yes, scrapbooking is a world wide hobby. I should say "passion." I have the opportunity to teach and have my products throughout the world. I will tell you that scrapbooking is so much more than paper... it's YOU STORY, sharing from the heart. It's documenting YOUR love. Oh, I love this so much. I am honored to be on the cover.

We are having a family bridal shower for Gentry tomorrow. I am so happy to say we "feel" ready. She is so much like me in that she is very organzied and a planner. She has paid attention to the details and her wedding dress is gorgeous. I will cry if I don't stop writing about this. ha!

I will be at HEARTFELT tomorrow doing a FREE mini book. I will be there at 11:00am-1:00 pm. It is 407 W 9000 South in Sandy UTAH. I hope you will come. Also, tomorrow  you can win my Summer Stories paper collection on the design team blog. 

I know you will love it. Just enter on the design team blog post tomorrow.

YOU will love to see my design team's projects. Today I was so loving and inspired by Keisha Campbell's tags with Summer Stories-

They are gorgeous. I simply love them!

http://teresacollinsdesignteam.blogspot.com

Enter tomorrow.

I am excited to watch Zach play tonight in his baseball game. They are doing so great! I think they are currently first in their region. I get so nervous!

Then my husband is taking me on a date night... the new Matthew M and Reese Witherspoon movie. I love that Ty asked me to go out with him tonight on a date. LOVE THIS!!!!

Have a fabulous weekend!

xoxo 

NATIONAL SCRAPBOOKING DAY 2013

National Scrapbooking Day is this Saturday!!!!

 I will be at Heartfelt hobby and craft. Join me to make a free mini accordion book with my new Summer Stories collection. I will be at the store this Saturday from 11:00am- 1:00pm. The address is 407 W 9000 South Sandy Utah.

I will be doing free make n takes to thank you... my customers for all the support and to all the independent stores. I value each and every one of the stores that carry my lines. I would not be in business without YOU and each and every store. So THANK YOU! I hope you will join me if you are in Utah.

You will get to make this project-

My new Summer Stories line will be used. The store has ordered so much of my products. You can find all my latest and greatest there that day.

This is the first section of the book. 

Here is the second part. OKay... I am going to be drawing prizes as well for the entire two hours. Trust me you will want to win some of these prizes. I have some BIG prizes to give away. 

So join me and my daughter McKay. She is my helper that day. 

Then after the make n take I am going straight home to a bridal shower for Gentry. It is our family bridal shower hosted by Taylor. I love how excited Taylor is to do this for Gentry. I am so busy and I am crying ALL the time. No worries it's GOOD tears. I am so thankful for the wedding and McKays mission but WOW does it make me emotional. I just am so thankful that they are both doing such good things with their life. 

Let me know if I will see you Saturday!