On a personal note...SO EXCITED to return & visit Italy in May!!!!

Turin, Italyyyyyyyy

EXCITED!!!

photo source.

in mid-May

I lucked out on a great rate for booking so early + the connections are not too bad

for flying into Turin instead of Milan

but it's more convenient for Gianluca so I will ignore that I have 2 connections (Mobile-Charlotte-Frankfurt-Turin) before arrival in Turin.

It's gonna' be all good. :)

Get this, I had enough Skymiles for a free flight

BUT

in those peak months of travelers' jetting out on holiday from the States

then Delta wants a bazillion miles to use, sooooo I was short about 40,000 Skymiles. 

For example, this month, could've had the free flight with enough miles & then as the summer approaches in May BOOM, they want 100,000 Skymiles

Whatttttt?!

So, about the same to just buy a ticket early with a good $rate 

instead of buying those miles to add to my 65,000.

Anyhoo, hope that all makes sense...; )

So, I'm religiously practicing my Italian

yep, flashcards, CDs while driving for work travel (since I'm on the road a lot), and in convo with Luca...

(although he almost always seems to be lost when I say something to him in Italian, then I threaten to only speak English because I think with my Southern accent (which I don't think I speak like someone from Alabama) he gives me a look sometimes like I'm speaking something OTHER THAN Italian, not sure what...hmmmm...,

then he feels bad & makes a bazillion funny faces to make me laugh)

(yes, I know, why didn't I write this post in Italian....well...I can a little, BUT baby steps, I tell ya, baby steps :))

Anyhoo, looking forward to seeing Gianluca (most importantly)

but ok, I confess, NEXT the pizza because I se.rious.lyyyyy miss the pizza

(please Italian friends that read my blog, I'm not stereotying Italy,

but when you taste American "pizza"

and then have the REAL thing...

I must confess that I crave the pizza)

I'm looking forward to Gianluca taking me to his friend's pizzeria because he SWEARS it the best (aside from his pizza he cooks at home),

so I must check this out myself & taste test BOTH pizzas', right? :))

gelato (preferably pistacchio) but hey, i love ANYY flavor in that sinful way

(if I don't think about the calories in 1 serving because my trainer would not be happy)

wow, I feel like i'm putting food before people (in this case)

BUT

apologies in advance, and YES,

I look forward to meeting "the FAMILY" *gasp*

I've watched Godfather I, II & III & ready for this Sicilian "induction"

so, Gianluca has joked there will be "Godfather" music playing in the background

as his father says "Welcome to the Family"

speaking of mamma & pappa...

There is a slight chance that Luca might have to work at the hospital some days I'm there

and he suggested "you can hang out with my parents" until I arrive home.

I'm thinking "Cool!"

then I think I gasped a bazillion times and said,

 "hmmmm...there might be some silent periods because of the language but absolutely why not"

(even more why my Italian must be perfected because they might look at me as "who is this girl?!"

because our Luca talks about her but she says nothing)

Meeting new friends

Sightseeing & just enjoying the culture....which I love so much.

This will be my second trip to Turin so looking forward to seeing  new things & new experiences in that part of the country.

Counting down the days....

because I'm ready for a brief holiday!

"Crazy Love" 4x4 Mini Book Kit - NOW ON SALE!!

Sharin' up some love in wrapping up these last couple days of February...

"Crazy Love"

4x4 Mini Book Kit

**ON SALE NOW**

Limited Edition Mini Book Kit

Only 2 kits available!!!

Here are some details about the kit...

special handmade touches to add in details to the book...

lots of pre-stamping (with my major love for stamps), inked tags, cool papers...

quite a hefty embellishment pack you will receive too packed

with ribbons, lace, Washi tape, tissue tape, doily, buttons, bling, heart pins, the cutest cherub everrrrrrr, a full pack of Cosmo Cricket Tiny Type Red Alpha Letters, and MORE!

PLUS

some of my top favs of product are included...

7 Gypsies, Cosmo Cricket, Maya Road, Making Memories,

Pink Paislee, October Afternoon, Jenni Bowlin, Ranger, American Crafts,and MORE!

YEPPERS, GOOD STUFF!!

All you have to do is put together the kit with several “mini” photos, memories, and stories in one very fun 4"x4" chipboard album with lots of details including stamping, inking, and creative use of embellishments to create a stunning project sure to be one of your all time favorites.

This mini will be so cool with 4"x6" pics cut to 4"x4" and of course

smaller pics - photobooth, index prints, 2"x3", etc...

Also, with my mini book kits, you always receive a PDF emailed to you after

cleared payment of my sample mini book that you can use as an example in creating your own!

Cost for this kit is $20 USD (+ shipping) for purchase through Paypal.

PLUS

you receive a full-color PDF

of my completed sample mini book :)

Note: Your kit will be shipped to the address on file with Paypal unless you specify otherwise in the comments upon checkout.

Ready to grab up a kit?

Purchase "Crazy Love"

in LEFT SIDEBAR OF THIS BLOG

- simply click the correct shipping option (i.e. USA, Canada, Int'l) based on your location -

(then, click on paypal "buy now" button)

NOTE: You do not need a Paypal account to purchase,

just a major credit card as noted in the sidebar.

Shipping Charges Apply as Follows:

USA: Priority Flat Rate $8 USD (includes delivery confirmation + insurance).

Canada: Priority Flat Rate $12 USD

International: Priority Flat Rate for $14 USD.

**Please make sure you select the correct shipping option (i.e. USA, Canada, International)**

*Your full-color PDF of my completed sample mini book will be sent to your e-mail listed in your transaction details.*

Check out more sneaks blogged up earlier this week here.

If you have questions, please e-mail wendymorris2129@gmail.com

and I will help you out. :)

Thanks so much for your support!

I'm super excited to share my love of mini book kits with you!

ScrapNspire...

"your mini book source. all in the details. inspiration delivered."

XO

"Crazy Love" Mini Book Kit - PRE-SALE ALERT!!!

In wrapping up the month of love,

I wrapped up the finishing touches this past weekend on the

"Crazy Love"

4"x4" mini book kit

I had the book designed

then

I just started rolling with new ideas...

with all these special handmade touches to add in details to the book...

lots of pre-stamping, inked tags, cool papers...quite a hefty embellishment pack you will receive too packed

with ribbons, lace, Washi tape, tissue tape, doily, buttons, bling, heart pins, the cutest cherub everrrrrrr, a full pack of Cosmo Cricket Tiny Type Red Alpha Letters, and MORE!

PLUS

some of my top favs of product are included...

7 Gypsies, Cosmo Cricket, Maya Road, Making Memories,

Pink Paislee, October Afternoon, Jenni Bowlin, Ranger, American Crafts,and MORE!

Basically, all you have to do is punch holes (add in the 2 binder rings included in the kit),

of course, your sweet pictures, and journaling!

This mini will be so cool with 4"x6" pics cut to 4"x4" and of course
smaller pics - photobooth, index prints, 2"x3", etc...
I haven't added any pics in mine yet because I'm waiting until I have more pics
from my trip to Italy in May to visit Gianluca. 
I'm getting a "little" tired of using the same-o pictures,
so we are going to take a fresh cool
batch in May!! 
Exciteddddd!!!

Also, with my mini book kits, you always receive a full-COLOR PDF emailed to you after

cleared payment of my sample mini book that you can use as an example in creating your own!

**NOTE:  Only 2 kits available**

because this month was quite hectic...eeeeek....

In the process of changing to a new townhome

 (moving (because I don't care much for the community where I live now) across the Bay closer to the beaches which will be nice) 

in the coming months, work, work....we all know how life gets cRaZyyyyy...

so, a couple of lucky birds can grab up this kit 

{as I get them up on sale Fridayyyyy}

fun, eh?!

one of my fav mini book kits yet!!!

xo

Fashion Crush..."Ruche"

i stumbled upon this online shop,

Ruche 

("a modern boutique with a vintage touch"),

 love love a lot of the clothes.

here are a few of my favs...

maxi dress.

 {paired with a colorful cardigan}

lace tunic.

{so cute with a pair of skinny jeans}

love this dress.

{paired with dark denim skinny jeans/black leggings}

Victorian floral pale blue dress.

the florals & asymmetrical angle..love love.

ruffles & purple = perfection.

loveeeeeeeeeee.



wedges.

 yes, please.

scarves.

{the perfect compliment}

accessories are always needed.

which makes for simplicity or a bold statement.

love this.

rubies are my birthstone.

oh so classy & vintage.

sweet bangles.

iNsPiReD.

Music Inspiration..."Love is Blue".

i live with the motto to

 “find inspiration everyday & everywhere”.

today as i was daily chatting with Gianluca

he shared this beautifulllllllllllllll song with me.

{to listen in, mute the tunes at bottom of blog}

i'm inspired & have a fond appreciation with music from all cultures.

he always amazes me & surprises me

 with gestures of love so simplistic but of such magnitude. 

he is an amazing soul. 

 

a little bummed because our plans to see each other in April

are not working out since his work schedule changed at the hospital this month.

however, we are looking upon the positive & planning for May for my trip over to Italy.

when i'm sad, he always lifts me up to make me laugh.

 

grazie amore mio gianluca per la tua forza e l'amore.

ogni giorno è più sorprendente per me.
(and always much love for your patience as i learn Italian *hehe*)


iNsPiReD.

Etsy Love Sunday.

on Etsy.

strawberry champagne cupcakes.

butterfly hair clips.

this beautiful minty flowers vintage cuff bracelet.

old yearbooks turned into pop illustrations.

wood tile rings.

this print..."the road ahead lies within".

i have a MAJOR Washi tape addiction.

love love love Pretty Tape's shop assortment of Etsy tapes.

this print...love the typography mixed with illustration.

and for the sweetie who lovesssss Star Wars.

love & food does make for a spicy life.

alphas alphas alphas & ink + a sweet song i've always loved.

iNsPiReD.

Style Crush Inspiration...Mad Men.

Catching up on a few epsiodes
of "Mad Men"
LOVE LOVE LOVE the styling & timeless flair...
the sets, the outfits, the hair, the makeup, the cars are all fantastically detailed....

photos source.

for an
upcoming challenge over on The Creative Type....
going to be another fun one!!

back to creating in the studio on this Saturday....

WIN IT UP!!!

lovin' the Simple Stories "Destinations" line released at this past CHA?!!

GET READY....

this new collection
 starts shipping the end of this month!!!

AND

check out the

AWESOME give-a-way

over on Ali Edwards blog!!!

plus, a tidbit over on her blog about the retreat

that i'm SUPER THRILLED to teach at in June....

everyone can register up here!!!

also,

another give-a-way happening up

right on the Simple Stories blog

In celebration of the co-brand partnership

with Unity Stamp Company

Memory Works & Unity are still in the development phase for these stamps....

and in celebration of this exciting announcement and partnership Memory Works  is giving away a complete Simple Stories collection to one lucky blog reader!  

To enter to win simply comment over on the Simple Stories blog here

Tell them what icons or images from the new collections you'd love to see included in their upcoming Unity stamp release.

Comments will close on Thursday, February 24! 

The lucky winner gets to choose between the Destinations, Life Documented or Elementary collection kits! 

So, TWO awesome give-a-ways open worldwide

to win up the Simple Stories collections!!

Ya' can't beat that!!! :)

In Honor & Celebration of Black History Month...NEW Playlist...

February is the beautiful month of love 

but

also a celebration of

Black History Month in the States

we recognize those of African American ancestry

who have laid the foundation, given future generations strength, and paved the way

for African Americans to continue living as

strong souls, full of hope, ambition, success as

educated & intellectual citizens.

source.

So, in honor for the rest of the month, I've dedicated a special playlist at the bottom of the blog

for a few of the great songs from African Americans that I enjoy

full of heart, SOUL, RHYTHM, blues, and beauty.

enjoy & be iNsPiReD.

Inspiration Wednesday.

source.

iNsPiReD.