Wednesday, June 10, 2009

Hola!

from Puerto Rico... yes, we pulled an all-nighter and are here! We spent the day enjoying the ocean & sunshine-- it' s beautiful here! Can't wait to teach some classes this weekend and meet lots of fabulous ladies. The word on the street is that there's going to be karaoke on Saturday night... i'm sure Collin's picking out his song choice as i type.
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A couple weeks ago when i opened my recent issue of Cookie magazine while enjoying a bowl of strawberries i immediately was drawn to the words and energy from one of the ads, so i had to recreate my own version. Then i had one of those ah-ha moments & want to share on my blog some of the random things that inspire me. if you don't mind. ;) Starting with this one 'inspired by a magazine ad.'

i will share things that enliven my mind and excite my creative soul. Not only for scrapbooking but for photography, crafting... and my life. What inspires you lately?

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46 comments:

  1. 2x2mommaJune 10, 2009 at 7:54 PM

    all the jacaranas, orange blossoms jasmine and lilies around my little place in SoCal... they came out of nowhere blazing their blooms and now they're starting to fade. Reminds me that stages and phases and beginnings and endings are a constant part of life.

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  2. UnknownJune 10, 2009 at 8:19 PM

    magazines totally inspire me.

    others are flickr, ffffound.com, stumbling, being outside, rain (i guess being cooped up inside like right now!) and elsie flannigan.

    in fact, i have her first book as a giveaway on my blog if you are interested, and if you don't already have it!

    she inspires me sooo much!
    i love her style.

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  3. JulieJune 10, 2009 at 8:21 PM

    Ah... I LOVE what you did!!!

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  4. AnonymousJune 10, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    Wow! You've become quite the traveler. The SUN and the OCEAN...two of my favorite things, that gives me lots of inspiration, along with your cute blog!

    Have Fun!

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  5. swell.lifeJune 10, 2009 at 8:30 PM

    Enjoy Puerto Rico! Am so jealous--it's definitely on my "to visit" list!

    Your mag-inspired photo is beautiful. Truly beautiful!

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  6. Amber ZimmermanJune 10, 2009 at 8:52 PM

    Karaoke?? Wish I could be there! Oh and the fact that you're in Puerto Rico too AND scrapbooking! ;-) That's so funny because I get that mag too and dogeared the page because I knew it would inspire a lo. Love how you used it! Inspiring me lately. . .Corey Moortgat and her book "The Art of Personal Imagery". I love her journals for her kids and her collage style is super inspiring to me. It's so whimsical and fun and carefree. Have fun! =)

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  7. Julie L.June 10, 2009 at 8:57 PM

    love that you're in PR...my DH and I went last year and LOVED every second...enjoy! I also love your "breathe" page..I just got great news tonight...and your page just spoke to me--thank you!

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  8. HollyJune 10, 2009 at 9:01 PM

    Damon and I would LOVE to be on the front row with you at the karaoke bar:o) Collin is so stinkin hilarious with the microphone! Have fun!

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  9. AnonymousJune 10, 2009 at 9:34 PM

    How did you do the 'polaroid' look for the
    Inpsired by: a magazine?



    You are so inspirational!

    The color yellow, my pup & my loved ones as well...

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  10. Rebekah WilliamsJune 10, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    Will you be posting a video on your blog of that karaoke session? Please? :)

    YOU inspire me. Of course!

    Great image!

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  11. Surfk9s@msn.comJune 10, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    YOU, YOU, YOU....Have a great time wish I was there.

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  12. JennaJune 10, 2009 at 11:18 PM

    I *love* that idea! I wish I could do that but I am not very computer savy!
    I am inspired by by new craft room/office I am making for my new house we are moving to this weekend! Teal walls, here I come!

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  13. AnonymousJune 10, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    this post.

    And planning a trip to go all by myself, to a place I've never been, I've never done that. ever....& I'm 35.

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  14. Sara AncichJune 10, 2009 at 11:54 PM

    Puerto Rico? Wow...I dare you to get your hair corn-rowed by a street vendor and post that once you return...c'mon, you know you want to.

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  15. EmmaJJune 11, 2009 at 4:06 AM

    I'm inspired by all the ladies at personalscrapper.com, but espcially Mel! I'm scraplifting her right now.

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  16. jkhensonJune 11, 2009 at 5:58 AM

    Scrapbooking blogs/sites, long runs alone and having my kids say/do new things on their summer break inspire me. Thanks for the smiles and inspiration! :)

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  17. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 7:21 AM

    That's so funny that you pulled that ad out for inspiration. I saw it a few days ago and pulled it out as well. I've been trying to find the right picture to use with it.

    Chris SB

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  18. MimiJune 11, 2009 at 7:27 AM

    Welcome to Puerto Rico… Enjoy every moment in this beautiful Island. This weekend will be wonderful with you and all scrapping lovers!

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  19. UnknownJune 11, 2009 at 7:36 AM

    I love your style, it is so free and individual. So wonderful! Have a great time and I know those ladies will LOVE you!

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  20. {VICKI}June 11, 2009 at 7:42 AM

    Lately BLOGS have been inspiring me. My "favorites" list s growing quite long.

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  21. CharlotteJune 11, 2009 at 8:00 AM

    I am inspired by colours and fabrics and candles and blogs and etsy and flowers and hairpins and candy bars and family and husband-to-be as I plan our upcoming engagement party and wedding! So exciting!!

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  22. The J9June 11, 2009 at 8:24 AM

    Of course I am constantly inspired by you and all of the great stuff on your blog! I am also very inspired right now by my new iphone! I feel so much more organized - streamlined - connected. It is really energizing me and opening up time for creativity!

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  23. JennJune 11, 2009 at 9:02 AM

    this pic and design is so fanatastic. I wish I had pics of me like this. gorgeous!

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  24. Traveling MamaJune 11, 2009 at 9:05 AM

    I am SO jealous! Hope you have a great trip! Love your page too!

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  25. ArymledeJune 11, 2009 at 9:41 AM

    Can't wait to meet you this weekend. We've been waiting for you in Puerto Rico. I'll be on Sunday classes... See you. Enjoy life!

    Edelmira

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  26. katijsmomJune 11, 2009 at 10:24 AM

    Do you know if anyone is going to update us on the kotm. Are there going to be anymore? Lisa will not answer any questions reguarding this and I thought maybe you could shed some light on the subject. Thanks for reading and all of the great work and photography that you do.

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  27. emilyJune 11, 2009 at 10:34 AM

    Gosh that's gorgeous, Liz! Besides you ;) light and color inspire me along with vintage floral prints and mountain tops.
    Have a great time at karaoke:)
    ~Emily

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  28. TifanyJune 11, 2009 at 10:51 AM

    Beautiful work. I did a post about some of my inspirations here:
    http://inkblotsbytrd.blogspot.com/2009/06/creative-journey.html

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  29. Just RhondaJune 11, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    love your take on the ad! I am quite curious now to see the actual ad too! Enjoy your amazing trip!

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  30. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 11:39 AM

    cards from 2 peas.
    and stickers.
    a

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  31. MartinaJune 11, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    YOU inspire me .. !!

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  32. Lindsay BatemanJune 11, 2009 at 2:14 PM

    Your photo and words are BEAUTIFUL!!! That to me...is my inspiration!

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  33. DeborahJune 11, 2009 at 2:42 PM

    I agree...the words and photo are Awesome!!

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  34. Jennifer StanleyJune 11, 2009 at 5:43 PM

    I love your page, and wonder what font you used. It's so pretty. I'm inspired by YOU as well. Thanks for all your lovely images and thoughts.

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  35. AnonymousJune 11, 2009 at 8:07 PM

    You and Ali inspire. Both very different but both have very inspiring styles to me. Also, new patterned paper and photos.

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  36. chadandsydneyJune 11, 2009 at 8:26 PM

    you inspire me. Camille came to the salon where I work and showed us that up-do tool. She is inspiring me that day and always has,she is the reason I went to beauty school to be honest. You Brown girls are all so amazing.

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  37. CaseyJune 11, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    Can you share the font you used? Love it!!

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  38. Beki - TheRustedChainJune 11, 2009 at 10:11 PM

    Simple living inspires me.
    Appreciating small moments.
    Capturing life in photos.
    Blogging.
    Color.

    So much!!

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  39. AnisaJune 12, 2009 at 9:16 AM

    I just have to say that you inspire me... truly. I love your blog and I love your scrapbooking style. I just posted a layout I did that was inspired by one of your layouts I found online. Check it out on my craft blog at www.twiddle-thumbs.com

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  40. ♥LizzyJune 12, 2009 at 12:28 PM

    Don't forget to take pics of the colorful doors of all the colorful houses there in PR! If you get nervous, just take a quick one and run!:)

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  41. KarinBGJune 13, 2009 at 5:23 AM

    Your blog and your projects!

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  42. Simply SarahJune 14, 2009 at 4:28 PM

    Hope you are having fun!!!

    I found the cutest new site of CUTE things that I know you would love. And maybe you can share it with your readers.

    Sour Apple Stitches is crotchet items and so cute. Here is the website: http://sourapplestitches.com/ and here is her Facebook Fan page: http://www.facebook.com/pages/SourAppleStitches/90345647851

    The maker is Nikki Painter and she used to design digital kits but retired to focus on Family and this hobby.

    Thanks.

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  43. MelissaJune 15, 2009 at 11:00 PM

    wow, I really love the way you use your picture with the words on it. It is beautiful and the sentiment is even more meaningful!

    When you get home can you please share some photos of the album from CKU Nashville???

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  44. Karen BeckJune 17, 2009 at 9:30 AM

    my kids inspire me....their innocence and wonder.

    my husband and his love for me...I feel so blessed.

    you....you are naturally creative...what a blessing!

    food! I love food...there is so much you can do!

    Karen :)

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  45. CalleLillyCafeJune 20, 2009 at 9:10 AM

    Lovely pic & the perfect honest words to go with. I love photos like this with the endless fields... gorgeous.

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  46. {amy k.}June 22, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    photos
    nature
    happy emotions
    sad emotions
    and crazy creative people like you!

    I LOVE this- maybe one of my favorite things I've seen you do!

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