Happiness

Happiness. We all want it. We all need it. Just think about all the things that make you happy. Even the smallest thing that makes you smile and you have this book. I had the opportunity to take an online class recently over at SIS TV , by the fabulous Gretchen McElveen called 'Happiness Is'. Here is a peek at her cover. So CUTE!

I found Gretchen through her design team work at Junkitz and got to meet her this past Summer at CHA. She is so talented and sweet (and a Nascar fan to boot!) Love it!

Here is my completed book from beginning to end. I used one of my past Studio Calico kits ( Sherwood Forrest). Love these colors. Here is my take on the cover:

Loved the pockets with little tags and happy quotes:

All kinds of lists of things that make me smile:

Love this pic of Bryant:

So much fun with the KI lace paper:

The 'centerfold' of the album:

More happiness and a quick pic of my office:

Can't forget my love for Tony (even when he is being a PITA!) LOL!

A pic of Steve and I at our favorite place...the Nascar track:

And I have to say, this pic was taken 'just for kicks' at first, but I love how fun it is and how happy I look:

For signing up for the class, we got this 'bonus kit' to decorate a composition book:

Here is Gretchen's take. Love it:

and here is mine. This is going to make a great sketch pad for me:

I really had a lot of fun with class and realized that it truly is the simple things in life that make me happy!!!

****One more thing...last, but not least..."Happy Birthday Stacy!!!" I did not forget! I know it was yesterday, but we lost power last night and I could not post until today. I hope it was wonderful and we will talk soon!****