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This blog is where you will find some of my current work, sneak peeks, studio news, promotions, personal commentary and other fun stuff.  Go grab a latte (and one for me, too please!) and settle in for a while.  Leave me a comment if you are feeling chatty!

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Whimsical

I got a creative itch today and had to scratch it-lol! I created this whimsical card with a new set of digital papers that I found that was inspired by a Dr. Seuss theme. I absolutely love how it came out and I could easily see it used for a birthday invitation or even a very non-traditional baby announcement or senior card. I’m all about not following the trends! The bright colors and fun patterns made me feel really happy today (as did seeing the sunshine and playing outside)! I’m SO done with winter!

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In a Blink!

And just that fast she’s nine years old. Thank you, God, for this special treasure that I’ve been entrusted with. I am doing my very best to be the mother that she thinks I am. Happy Birthday, my sweet, sweet girl!

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One More Time

This may seem a bit redundant since I’ve already posted twice about this product, but I just couldn’t resist sharing this new set that I just received.  These are the custom photo blocks done up with baby photos.  I think they turned out completely darling!  I do believe that these will be the special gift that is included with the maternity/newborn package-a set of three blocks, one with the birth announcement info on it.

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March 3, 2010 - 5:19 pm denise olson - omg, Stacey!! These are adorable!!! Just adorable!!!

Contemplative

–adjective
1.
given to or characterized by contemplation: a contemplative mind.

–noun
2.
a person devoted to contemplation, as a monk.

—synonyms
1. thoughtful, reflective, meditative.
{www.dictionary.com}

I always seem to find myself in a contemplative state when this time of year rolls around. I think it’s possibly due to the dull weather, which creates in me a void that is yearning to be filled. The white blanket of snow covering everything has a beauty of it’s own, that’s undeniable, but it also feels like a blank canvas which I cannot fill. My creativity feels blocked by so much white. The winter seems like it will never end-an ongoing sea of blankness. I find myself turning more inward at this time-reflecting, thinking, questioning. As a business owner, I try to take this time to work on those things in my business that I’m too busy to do the rest of the year: taxes, business paperwork, updating websites and pricing, scouting for new products, etc. And, while I welcome the opportunity to accomplish those tasks, they are definitely not awe-inspiring. And, therefore, I end up feeling trapped. By mundane work, by the weather, by my own thoughts-my contemplations. Being an upbeat person, I cannot abide this side of me that comes out when the winter seems too long. I find it difficult to deal with myself.

I also find myself praying more-perhaps from all of this thinking that I’m doing and I realize how sometimes I allow a disconnection to happen. In this void, but also during the times when I am overwhelmed, I begin to feel that God is not close. The fact is that I’m the one who moves away from Him. He is there whispering to me and I push the voice aside, wanting to stay curled up inside my contemplation. It’s not a mystery that everyone feels alone sometimes-even as we are surrounded by people. We feel alone in our circumstances and think that no one understands. The fact is that it’s not easy to open up to others. I’ve always had a hard time with it since I’m the person that others usually want to confide in. I’ve always felt that I cannot show any vulnerability, only confidence, or others will not respect me. But God asks me to do just that-show that I have weaknesses and seek Him. If I always feel strong and confident, then I won’t realize my need for others or Him. I appreciate that and I am trying to grasp how mighty and holy He is. In complete control. Unlike me.

He will decide when the winter will end and the spring will come….filled with an abundance of His blessings. He will show me the path and break my contemplative mood. His love is with us always-and only He truly knows our hearts and what we need. For now, I will rest in that knowledge and try to embrace the moment that I have been given. I will not pray for an early spring, but rather an awakening of my spirit….for that is the true refreshing that I need.

What do you need this winter? What are you contemplating?

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February 26, 2010 - 9:16 pm Julie - I'm so glad you shared, Stacey. God really spoke to me in what you wrote. I am feeling the void in myself right now. It is like you said, I have moved away from Him, even though He is so faithful and is right there whispering to me to come back and be filled with His presence once again. God is holy, holy, holy, awesome and far greater than anything else in my life. It's time for a revival. Love the images too. They go well with the contemplation you described.

Photo Blocks~Part Deux

Well, you saw the first version of these blocks a couple of posts back, but I had another set made in a larger size. I’m so glad that I did-they are gorgeous! I used the papers that are my exclusive custom designs to coordinate with my branding. They turned out so pretty and modern and fun! You can see more of these images from the Boutique section of the Pages menu HERE.

I just can’t say how much I love finding unique ways for you (and me) to display photos! You get to customize these by choosing the photos, colors, patterns and words for your blocks so no two sets will be alike. They would make a perfect gift for so many occasions: families-mother’s day and holidays, brides-think wedding day photos, babies-birth announcement blocks coming soon, kids-birthdays with their photos and name on them, milestones-anniversaries, etc. Or even just that everyday gift that you can give to yourself for a special display of your favorite photos. I can think of so many ways to do these blocks!

These are so beautifully made, I’m sure they will become one of the most popular offerings from my custom products. I would love to know what you think of them-please feel free to leave a comment!

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February 26, 2010 - 9:17 pm Julie - These are so cool and different. I love the mix of patterns and images.

February 22, 2010 - 8:39 am Kirsty-Abu Dhabi - Wow - they are just gorgeous - such a cool product

Snow Day

Well, Winter has really whipped one up over here! It has been snowing ALL day. I mean just pouring down and piling up! And, unfortunately, not the fun kind of snow due to the fact that it’s FREEZING! Here is a sample of what we do on a snow day. First, we stay in our pjs all day long. That’s a given. If we’re not leaving the house and no one is coming over, what’s the point of getting dressed? That just creates more dirty laundry! I was expecting a package, but I know the UPS man is not going to venture up our LONG driveway. And if he does manage to make it here, oh well. I’m sure it’s not the first time he’s made a delivery to someone who was wearing pjs and didn’t comb their hair-in the middle of the day. He’ll just be jealous, that’s all. Then we generally spend the day playing board games and watching movies (in our pjs AND fuzzy slippers). I did get the brilliant idea for a mini-photo shoot in the snow. This happened to be the mini-est photo shoot I have ever done. We stepped literally two steps away from the house, snapped a handful of really fast shots and ran back in, in less than 5 mins. So cute, though-I love the contrast of red in the white snow. When we got back in I made sure to wipe the camera off and check it thoroughly. The kids? Oh, they were fine. They warmed up in like, thirty minutes. Just kidding! Anyway, I’ve been so busy setting up the other site, that I’ve been neglecting to put real photos on this one. Here ya go! Happy Valentine’s Day, just a few days early.

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Here It Is!

I have been working on this concept for some time and I am now ready to reveal the new Wild Hearts Photography Designs. Please take a look if you are in the market for digital templates. This is still in the “start-up” phase so more designs will be added soon! Some of my personal favorites are already on there. Here is one quick sneak peak of a favorite template of mine. This would be so pretty printed on pearl card stock to bring out all of the silver tones. This is also available to my current clients as a card option.

{Couldn’t resist adding the new Baby Bird Template that I’ve been working on. This will have some other coordinating pieces available soon, such as a proof box and mini-album! Sweet!}

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February 8, 2010 - 2:49 am Summer - Very nice!

More Custom Collages

A couple of recent custom designs that I put together. Many clients love this option to be able to showcase several of their favorite images at once. I really love how the colors came out on these ones! The square one was printed as a 20×20 and is going to look just stunning up on the wall!

{Announcement: If you would like a chance to win a set of the custom photo blocks featured in the last post, you can do that by becoming a fan on my Facebook page. When my page reaches 100 fans, I am going to do a random drawing for a set of the blocks. You can find my fan page Here or by clicking the link above in the Studio News section. Good luck!}

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Photo Blocks

Oh…my…goodness!!!!! When these came in the mail yesterday, I was dancing around with happiness! These are wooden blocks custom designed with photos, colors, patterns and letters. They are slightly distressed for an elegant vintage, yet modern look. I have found a lovely vendor for these beautiful blocks and am currently working out some details for offering these to my clients. I have these sitting on my desk and they make the perfect photo display-ever changing as I rearrange and “play” with them. LOVE!!!

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February 12, 2010 - 1:38 pm stacey - Thanks, Jessica! I sent you an email with the info! I love them, too!

February 11, 2010 - 10:48 pm Jessica Lynn - I love these blocks!!! What an awesome idea, brilliant!!! If you dont mind sharing the information so I can offer them to my clients too, that would be great!! Love your work and creativity!!!

What I am missing.

Some days the cold and snow just get the better of me and I start daydreaming…..

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