In Rosie's Book: My 2012 Blog Year In Review

Why Rosie's Book?

While growing up, I had a dear friend, Renee, that lived next door and with whom I spent much of my childhood. We grew, in different directions, and went on our merry way. Many years later, I ran into her parents and they kindly reminded me of the laughs they still have over my book. “What book?” I wondered with a puzzled look. "I don't remember a book." Hardy laughter accompanied their response. At some time during our childhood, I tried to convince Renee about something that her parents didn’t agree with. I told her that proof of its truth could be found “in my book.” Naturally she went home and tried to convince her parents of the same thing but they weren’t falling for it. She needed an edge and told them emphatically, “It’s in Rosie’s book!” After they caught their breaths from reborn laughter, they let me know how “Rosie’s book” has been cited for many other things throughout the years. They’ve also mentioned that they’d like to see “Rosie’s book” one day. I can’t remember all of the things that I said were in “my book” but I’m sure my dear friend’s parents can recall much more than I ever knew about – LOL!!! So, here it is . . . my version of things you might find In Rosie’s Book . . .

Monday, December 31, 2012

My 2012 Blog Year In Review

I spent some time looking through my 2012 blog posts and I think that my blogging shows continued improvement. I began the year as a slightly-experienced blogger and in September of 2012 I gladly accepted the opportunity to become more involved as acting challenge coordinator at the Crafts and Me Stamps challenge blog. I've expanded my interests in papercrafting and continue to be inspired by you uber-talented artists who show work that I've come to know and love. Some of my favorite 2012 occasions and projects are included below. Oh I do cherish basic card art but it's especially fun and exciting to see fancy folds and other projects! Hmmm . . . it also appears to me that I hold my classically-shabby style - LOL!!!

There are five individual cards shown below so I enter this post in Debbie's My Favourite Five of 2012 for a chance to win her fabulous favorite things candy. (You can click on each pic to link to the posts for more details.)

In January, I dabbled with silhouette images that are growing in popularity for ease of use as I created this simple note card set with folder. I was also thrilled to join Elisabeth Bell's Digi Bells as a guest design team member.

February shows my use of the lovely silhouette fairies with their houses made of digital papers . . .

I prepared one of these windowed candy gift boxes for each holiday guest in April.

In May, I added this fun USA-themed card in support of our Olympic competitors. I was also jumping up and down with the thrill and honor of being officially named a Digi Bell!

In August I gained my 200th Follower!

In September I added my first round side-step card . . .

. . . and first flip z card . . .

I was thrilled to accept a guest design team spot at Ladybug Crafts Ink in October. I also love the delicate presentation of these lacy-edged cards . . .

Of course I was excited the play along with the Do You Stack Up design team as their guest in November. I also think that this silhouette fairy is the perfect addition to this holiday gift bag . . .

I had to add a swinging easel to the back of my first spring-fold card to hold it up . . .

November's Happy Mail calendar book will remind me to send Happy Mail to loved ones all year round . . .

These post-it note holders made wonderful and practical December gifts . . .

These cracker boxes are loads of fun to make too . . .

It's been another wonderful year in papercrafting and blogging.

I am ever grateful for your kind words, encouragement and inspiration throughout 2012.

Here's wishing you a happy and healthy New Year that's overflowing with all good things!

As always, I'm so glad that you stopped by to visit!

~ Rose

1 comment:

debby4000 said...: Absolutely love your gorgeous creations Rose no wonder they're your favourites.
Thank you for joining My Favourite Five of 2012
luv
Debby; January 5, 2013 at 3:36 AM