Getting Crafty with Jamie: American Pride

Thursday, February 28, 2013

American Pride

Not a ton will get me choked up...

My Family (of course),

My Pride in the Great Nation we live in,

My Work and Passion for Blessing Others...

So, when you can combine two or more of these.. this girl who doesn't necessarily like teary emotions will get teary!

HERE is my angel, my mini me, my sassy, fun and passionate girl Genevieve! She celebrated Living History today at her school. I had big hopes for what she'd be.. Betsy Ross, Amelia Erhart... she stuck with and demanded the

Statue of Liberty...

Her Speech (1st grader, mind you) :

My name is Genevieve but today

I will be speaking as the Statue of Liberty.

I stand 305 feet tall.

I am made from sheets of Copper

wrapped around a Steel structure.

I'm a gift from France.

I debated, do I go purchase a costume kit?? WHEN would we EVER wear it again?? NOPE - instead I went through our linen closet and pulled a light blue/green sheet out.

(Sadly, I could only find the bottom sheet

with the rounded corners - lol -

but I figured I could hide that when I wrapped her up - lol -

NOPE, she unwrapped before the production! lol)

I then grabbed our Pool Party 12x12" card stock and took two sheets, our graph paper and Paper Snips.

Creating the 7 points to her crown signifies the 7 Seas. Taking two strips of card stock made for the perfect size for her head and the 7 - 3" wide points.

My daughter drew in the windows on the crown...

We rolled a piece of Pool Party to create the torch.

Using napkins I filled the base, creating a place for her battery operated tea light (yes, her torch lit up!).

Vellum card stock played the flames...

The Scallop Trim punch created the wrap around the torch top. Easy and fun - this is our girl in all her splendor!

I couldn't resist a hug and kiss.

I may not have seen the actual Statue of Liberty - yet - but holding her filled me with awe and pride!

Her little BFF's just go to show the diversity and fun of this production!

Our Class - they couldn't be much cuter.. I LOVE that they embrace the country we are so blessed to live in!

Paper Crafting does not have to be limited to cards and gifts...

taking a moment to create my daughter's costume, together, will be a special part of our memories of today's show.

What memories do YOU have?

What makes YOU beam with pride?

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What Others are SAYING about Getting Crafty with Jamie

Jamie is so passionate and creative about making cards - and wants everyone else to join her in the fun! She is so encouraging and positive in her attitude, helping me along when I get frustrated - and then rejoicing with me at the finished product! I love going to her classes to get new ideas, learn techniques, and have loads of fun in the process. ~ Christine C.

Jamie has wicked awesome classes! If you don’t like a particular stamp or paper/ink color Jamie wants you to change it to suit your style! I did my sister-in-law’s entire bridal shower from invitations/thank you cards, party favors to decorations, it was quaint and whimsical! Everyone ooh’d and ahh’d! I’ve had lots of special requests for classes and Jamie delivers; she always has tasty treats and flavored coffees too ~Ashley W.

I have been attending Jamie's classes for over a year. Her ideas for cards are fresh and fun. She always tries to have several different styles of cards available, so everyone gets to make cards that fit their personal style. The techniques she shows each class can be used in many different applications. She is very patient teacher when instructing class members on how to use the Stampin Up products. ~ Carol D.

If I looked up the word sparkle in the dictionary, I would find Jamie Albanese picture there. I have had the sweet blessing of knowing Jamie and her family for over 5 years now. Every time I am with her I feel loved and inspired. When I am in one of her classes I feel my creative juices flow, as she encourages me to go outside my comfort zone. Jamie helped our girl scout troop make cards for a soldier who needed some encouragement!!! For any of you who have not been in one of Jamie's classes, please don't let another day slip by. She is a beautiful friend and she will become yours too. ~ Blessings, Karen:-)

Jamie has a great eye for style and flair, and it shows in her work. Yet she can pick up on your own individual style and makes great recommendations. I love that she is always flexible for last-minute decision maker mommies like me! So much fun to host craft events with your friends and family - that personal touch always means so much. ~ Adonna

What Others are SAYING about Getting Crafty with Jamie

Jamie is so passionate and creative about making cards - and wants everyone else to join her in the fun! She is so encouraging and positive in her attitude, helping me along when I get frustrated - and then rejoicing with me at the finished product! I love going to her classes to get new ideas, learn techniques, and have loads of fun in the process. ~ Christine C.

Jamie has wicked awesome classes! If you don’t like a particular stamp or paper/ink color Jamie wants you to change it to suit your style! I did my sister-in-law’s entire bridal shower from invitations/thank you cards, party favors to decorations, it was quaint and whimsical! Everyone ooh’d and ahh’d! I’ve had lots of special requests for classes and Jamie delivers; she always has tasty treats and flavored coffees too!~Ashley W.

I have been attending Jamie's classes for over a year. Her ideas for cards are fresh and fun. She always tries to have several different styles of cards available, so everyone gets to make cards that fit their personal style. The techniques she shows each class can be used in many different applications. She is very patient teacher when instructing class members on how to use the Stampin Up products. ~ Carol D.

If I looked up the word sparkle in the dictionary, I would find Jamie Albanese picture there. I have had the sweet blessing of knowing Jamie and her family for over 5 years now. Every time I am with her I feel loved and inspired. When I am in one of her classes I feel my creative juices flow, as she encourages me to go outside my comfort zone. Jamie helped our girl scout troop make cards for a soldier who needed some encouragement!!! For any of you who have not been in one of Jamie's classes, please don't let another day slip by. She is a beautiful friend and she will become yours too. ~ Blessings, Karen:-)

Jamie has a great eye for style and flair, and it shows in her work. Yet she can pick up on your own individual style and makes great recommendations. I love that she is always flexible for last-minute decision maker mommies like me! So much fun to host craft events with your friends and family - that personal touch always means so much. ~ Adonna

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