Wednesday, April 29, 2009

Heidi's Group

Attention Heidi's Group! Our next class has been scheduled for Sunday 5/31. We will be doing 5 12 x 12 Girlfriend layouts. This was students choice. Remember, this project requires a four class commitment.

Taking a stroll down memory lane... remember when we did this Jacobs ladder project. Everyone did great! Your teacher must be awesome!!! Hee hee

Sunday, April 26, 2009

Thanks a Latte


Wow! What a great week I have had! First, two pairs of my Thursday Therapy BFF's (Sindee, the Whoooss, and Peggy) surprised me with a VERY EARLY birthday gift... a new shell for my Miche Bag that they felt I just had to have!!! They were right on that one.


Then my sweet friend Ginger (instructor of Serendipity) at Scrapbooks, Etc. got me this cute little "Thanks a Latte" stamp. Why? Just because it reminded her of me! Told ya' she is sweet!!!


I am truly blessed with dear friendships! "Thanks a Latte girls!" Luv yas!!!

Thursday, April 23, 2009

Scrap Sistaz Announcement!

I am honored that the Scrap Sistaz have asked me to offer a class at the Summer Scrap Sistaz Event !

Here is a sneak peak at some of the supplies that I have selected to create a "Scrap Sistaz Mini Book"
to store some of the cherished memories of this event!

Details to follow about class cost and enrollment!

Tuesday, April 21, 2009

MMB Students



We left that last page blank in our project and my vision for it was a pocket with a tag for journaling. Here is how I finished my page. I would love to see how you girls completed your book. Bring it to class or email me a photo!

Sunday, April 19, 2009

More Doggie Wigs...


I just can't help myself... my obsession with Doggie Wigs continues. Come on... admit it... this one is cool!!! Yah mon!!!

Friday, April 17, 2009

What my Mother Taught Me

By request, I am posting the complete list of What My Mother Taught me! Enjoy!!!


My mother taught me TO APPRECIATE A JOB WELL DONE "If you're going to kill each other, do it outside - I just finished cleaning!"

My mother taught me RELIGION "You better pray that will come out of the carpet."

My mother taught me about TIME TRAVEL "If you don't straighten up, I'm going to knock you into the middle of next week!"

My mother taught me REASON "Because I said so, that's why."

My mother taught me FORESIGHT "Make sure you wear clean underwear, in case you're in an accident"

My mother taught me IRONY "Keep crying and I'll give you something to cry about."

My mother taught me about the science of OSMOSIS "Shut your mouth and eat your supper!"

My mother taught me about CONTORTIONISM "Will you "look" at the dirt on the back of your neck!"

My mother taught me about STAMINA "You'll sit there 'till all that spinach is finished."

My mother taught me about WEATHER "It looks as if a tornado swept through your room."

My mother taught me how to solve PHYSICS PROBLEMS "If I yelled because I saw a meteor coming toward you, would you listen THEN?"

My mother taught me about HYPOCRISY "If I've told you once, I've told you a million times–Don't exaggerate!!!"

My mother taught me THE CIRCLE OF LIFE "I brought you into this world, and I can take you out."

My mother taught me about BEHAVIOR MODIFICATION "Stop acting like your father!"

My mother taught me about ENVY! "There are millions of less fortunate children in this world who don't have wonderful parents like you do!"

My Mother taught me about ANTICIPATION "Just wait until we get home."

My Mother taught me about RECEIVING "You are going to get it when we get home!"

My Mother taught me MEDICAL SCIENCE "If you don't stop crossing your eyes, they are going to freeze that way."

My Mother taught me to THINK AHEAD "If you don't pass your spelling test, you'll never get a good job."

My Mother taught me ESP "Put your sweater on; don't you think I know when you're cold?"

My Mother taught me HUMOR "When that lawn mower cuts off your toes, don't come running to me."

My Mother taught me how to BECOME AN ADULT "If you don't eat your vegetables, you'll never grow up."

My Mother taught me about SEX "How do you THINK you got here?"

My Mother taught me about GENETICS "You're just like your father."

My Mother taught me about my ROOTS "Do you think you were born in a barn?"

My Mother taught me about WISDOM OF AGE "When you get to be my age, you will understand."

And my all time favorite…My Mother taught me about JUSTICE "One day you'll have kids … and I hope they turn out just like you!

Thursday, April 16, 2009

It's Master Mini Books Class Day!



It's Master Mini Books Class Day and yes, we are having cookies! In class we will be creating 12 pages and embellishing our album cover! Included are all the odd numbered pages (1, 3, 5, etc.). For this special class I have created extra pages that are available for a separate purchase! Click here to see the class project with the extra pages: What my Mother Taught me.

Saturday, April 11, 2009

Page by Gale

My friend Gale asked me to scan and stitch this 12 x 12 page she created. I was so moved by her photos and journaling, I asked her if I could share this layout on my blog. The journaling reads, "There is more than one kind of support system. My friends are my #1 source. The sand and the sea run a close second."

Just beautiful. Thank for sharing you work with us Gale!

Thursday, April 9, 2009

Project of the Week on the Bazzill Blog!

Check out my Project of the Week titled "Princess" on the Bazzill Blog! I also have this displayed Easter page featured in the Scrapbooks, Etc. online store this month. Both layouts feature photos from Petrini Photography!


Wednesday, April 8, 2009

Oh the IRONY!!!



(hee, hee)... Here is a sneak peak on something special (and completely optional) that I am working on for my Master Mini Books class next week. This class SOLD OUT today! Thanks for all who signed up!

Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Baby Book (part 1)

With so many wonderful women I know expecting babies right now, I thought it would share some layouts I did "years ago" for a shower gift. Sorry gals, I just don't have time to do custom books anymore -- but feel free to use these layouts for inspiration! ENJOY!

















Baby Book (part 2)












Monday, April 6, 2009

Thank you Auntie Stacey!


Dear Auntie Stacey,

Thank you so very much for my new Sombrero charm that hangs proudly from my sexy red collar. I luv it oh so very much.

Hugs and Licks,

Biscotti Gonzales Mast

Saturday, April 4, 2009

Happy Anniversary!


Happy Anniversary Chad and Susan! Celebrating 13-years today!!!
On our 5 year Anniversary I asked Chad, "Chad, do you think anyone is surprised that we've made it 5 years?" He thought about it for a few moments and replied... "Only you dear."
That pretty much sums it up. I love you Chad - Happy Anniversary!!!

Different drug problem...


Thursday, April 2, 2009

See my Layouts on PBS!

Visit these links to view You Tube Videos of my layouts on the Creative Living Craft Show on PBS!!!

Klic-N-Kut Ideas for Scrapbookers and Card Makers (part 1 of 2)

Klic-N-Kut Ideas for Scrapbookers and Card Makers (Part 2)

Sandy McCauley did an AWESOME JOB!!! Don't forget to rate this video -- I'm thinking 5 stars!!!

Gearing Up for Mother's Day



Here is a glimpse of a Mother's Day Class Project I did years ago. It's been on my mind lately as I have been working on a 2009 Mother's Day Class. When I showed this book to my younger brother, it choked him up...(we lost our mother unexpectedly 12-years ago) so, I gave it to him. I love him so much...he happens to be in possession of just about all of my most favorite mini book creations...and that's a lot of LOVE!!!