Of course, now that it is too late to make use of them for Valentines Day, I found a bag full of heart charms! Some really pretty ones too.
On the other hand, when would I have had time to make enough Valentines to use all of these up? Its not like I haven't been making things every day anyway. When would I have made something more? Sometimes I have to just realize that there is only so much time in the day!!
And they certainly don't rot, so I'll set them aside for next year. Also, a heart here and there is always nice year round. Especially in my Sugarwings Scrapbooks.
She certainly has my heart!
I adore this Sugarwings Valentine that was made by the other Karla, Sugar Bear.
You know what else I love? Strawberry Malted Milk balls. How sweet and pretty they are, so tempting and pink and crunchy.
Valentine's Day is the anniversery of the day my husband adopted our boys. We always celebrate with a family dinner out. But this year, we had to have our bash early, due to Rich's travel schedule. So I am going to DC with him and we will have a romantic Valentine's getaway togehter, for the first time in, well, let me see, 20 years???
I will be posting from DC and will announce the winners of the OHOW giveaway as well as my one year blog anniversery drawing from our apartment out East.
I will mail the gifts when I get home next Monday.
For my anniversery (has it really been a year??) I have this large shipping tag with a sweet vintage birdie on it (in honor of my "bling your Bird House day" coming up soon)
There is also an embellished matchbox, with a rose and glitter theme, and some heart charms for the holiday.
I included the matchbox because it reminded me of one of the first swaps I was in as a blogger, Natasha's Shabby Chic Matchbox Swap.
I've loved all the swaps I have been involved with over the last year. Even though, when I first heard about swapping, I thought it was a weird thing to do. But man, try one, just one, and you are hooked forever. What is it about them that is so addictive?
If you'd like to enter my Begosh and Begorra Two Tag Swap, details can be found Here. Please make sure I send you my address, if you have already said you'd like to be in and I didn't give you my address, will you please contact me again? Sorry if I forgot to give it to you. 
Same with giveaways. When I first saw one a year ago on someone's blog, I wondered why on Earth they'd be giving their stuff away for no reason. But I just had to try that once too, and hey look at me! I am the queen of giveaways. I always have at least one going at a time, usually more.
I get such joy from wrapping and sending presents. I think I'll add another giveaway now!!
For my Bling your Birdhouse Day that I am co-hostessing with Beth, how about if I give away one of the little birdhouses I just made?
I'll give two away!!
I'll give one away on the day of the party and another on the day of the tutorial. Dates here
It is my 50th birthday year and i have a LOT of celebrating to do! Expect more gifts from me in the future. And thanks sooooo much for the last year, it was the best. I appreciate all your visits and support. Its nice to know that I am not just sitting here typing to myself. Although, I'd probably do that anyway, it is hard to shut me up.
Thanks everyone! I'm glad to have all of you as my Valentines!
Valentine's Day is even more special in your home. What a wonderful anniversary. Sugarwings is such a cutie. You can really see the transformation from when you started your blog - she is looking more and more like a lovely young girl and not so much toddler. Happy Valentine's Day!
Karla
Posted by: Karla | February 14, 2008 at 09:21 AM
Karla,you are so cute and funny:) LOVE the darling picture of Sugarwings, she has such a sweet dainty face, i love it:)
i hope your day today is full of love and happiness:)
Posted by: Lori | February 14, 2008 at 09:31 AM
Have a wonderful getaway with your husband and a Happy Valentine's Day.
Karen
Posted by: Karen Young | February 14, 2008 at 09:53 AM
Happy Valentines Day Karla and to your Sugarwings...just the name makes me smile, let alone her cheerful face.
Mahala
Posted by: Mahala | February 14, 2008 at 10:26 AM
Happy Sweet Hearts Day!!!!
Posted by: sharron | February 14, 2008 at 10:29 AM
Karla, Happy Valentines day to you to. Big hug! Susan
Posted by: Susan at black eyed susans kitchen | February 14, 2008 at 10:53 AM
Happy Valentine's day! I think it is so cool that the boys were adopted on this day! What a LOVEly gift!
Posted by: Terri Steffes | February 14, 2008 at 11:29 AM
What a fun post- Hope your Valentine's Day is Happy.
If you get a chance please stop by- having a drawing today for a heart made of lace.
crystal:)
Posted by: crystal | February 14, 2008 at 11:53 AM
Happy Valentines Day Karla and thank you for making me feel so welcome when I first started blogging. Things have eased up around here and lif eis not quite so stressful. Sure am sorry I couldn't do the sweet treat swap. THe books looked wonderful. You two did so much work!
Rhondi xo
Posted by: rhondi | February 14, 2008 at 01:41 PM
What a sweet little face she has. Sounds like you have some wonderful plans. Thanks for stopping by my blog the other day.
Happy Valentine's Day
Posted by: Oliver Rain | February 14, 2008 at 01:46 PM
Like Terri said, How cool that your DH adopted your boys on Valentine's Day!
Have a wonderful getaway!
Posted by: Cheri | February 14, 2008 at 02:13 PM
Happy Valentine's Day Karla!
Hugs! Nancy
Posted by: Nancy ~ Fete et Fleur | February 14, 2008 at 02:44 PM
Happy Valentine's Day to You, My Sweet Friend! :)
Posted by: Becca | February 14, 2008 at 03:13 PM
Feliz San Valentin!!!!
Te dejo un gran saludo desde Buenos Aires
Argentina
Jorgelina
Posted by: Jorgelina | February 14, 2008 at 03:34 PM
Happy Valentine's Day!!
I hope you're having a wonderful time in DC with your hubby.
Posted by: Melissa | February 14, 2008 at 03:54 PM
Winning one of your beautiful!!!! birdhouses would be the best treat of all!
Posted by: Gail | February 14, 2008 at 04:29 PM
Hi Karla what a treasure you've found in the all heart charms. I wish you a very happy Valentines day, with lots of hugs /linnea-maria
Posted by: linnea-maria | February 14, 2008 at 04:43 PM
Cute hearts.Happy Valentine's Day and good trip!
Posted by: María Elena | February 14, 2008 at 05:04 PM
Happy Valentine's Day, Karla. Sugarwings just has to be your favorite sweetheart this and every Valentine's Day.
Sharon
Posted by: Sharon at American Harvest | February 14, 2008 at 05:23 PM
Happy Valentine's Day Karla!
Posted by: Mrs.Staggs | February 14, 2008 at 05:41 PM
Happy Valentine's Day, Karla! Are you registered for any scrapping classes at ScrapBowl 08 at Dulles Expo Center in VA this weekend? If so, see you there!
Posted by: pamelajane | February 14, 2008 at 06:01 PM
Happy Valentine's Day, Karla! Are you registered for any scrapping classes at ScrapBowl 08 at Dulles Expo Center in VA this weekend? If so, see you there!
Posted by: pamelajane | February 14, 2008 at 06:02 PM
Have a great time celebrating Valentine's Day with Rich.
Alison
Posted by: Alison Gibbs | February 14, 2008 at 06:08 PM
Happy Valentines Day and congratulations on your blog anniversary! How lovely to have adopted your boys on such a sweet day as this!
Posted by: Lisa | February 14, 2008 at 06:09 PM
Those big blue eyes. How could anyone say no to her? That's one little girl that we know is showered with love. What a blessing. Have a wonderful weekend with your hubby. The pink malted milk balls look so yummy, and PINK!!! I have not seen these before. I am still in awe over my recipe book. My hubby asked me what I was going to do with it. Give it to someone, maybe? NO I TELL YA, IT's ALL MINE!!!
Posted by: Ele at A bit of Pink Heaven | February 14, 2008 at 06:55 PM
Oh my, if your little SugarWings isn't a poster child for all that is perfect and innocent in this world!!!
Happy Valentine's Day, Karla!!!
Posted by: beachy | February 14, 2008 at 07:24 PM
Happy VAlentines and Mommy day....How special to adopt your boys on Valentines! Also, happy birthday! Wow what a special time for you! Enjoy your time with your hubby! karen b...
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Posted by: karen benson | February 14, 2008 at 08:25 PM
Hello,
Who is this adorable little princess? :o)
Gabriela
Posted by: Gabriela Delworth | February 14, 2008 at 09:13 PM
Happy Valentine's Day to you and your family!
Hugs,
Nan
Posted by: Nan | February 14, 2008 at 10:20 PM
Well, Valentines Day is a very specisl day for you:) A big year for you also:) Have a lovely romantic & restful time away with your husband. Rachaelxo
Posted by: Rachael | February 14, 2008 at 10:28 PM
HAPPY EVERYTHING...!!!
HUGZ TO YOU!!!
(your turning 50!!???) geez...
Posted by: Barbara Burkard | February 14, 2008 at 10:41 PM
What a great day to have a special anniversary like that!
Your eye candy is beautiful and I hope I win the birdie tag!
Posted by: Jessica | February 14, 2008 at 11:29 PM
Wow, You've been blogging ONLY a year. You have accomplished so much and your blog is so well established. It's been a pleasure having you so generously share your artwork and decorating with us.
And . . . it's been so much fun watching Sugarwings grow into a little girl. I can't wait to see what the next year holds.
Blessings to You and Your Family.
~elaine~
Posted by: Elaine L. | February 14, 2008 at 11:29 PM
Happy Valentine's Day !
Posted by: Kerri Norrod. | February 15, 2008 at 10:56 AM
Happy belated Valentines day, I know it was full of love and chocolate. oxoxoxox Clarice
Posted by: clarice | February 15, 2008 at 11:44 AM
Happy belated Valentines day, I hope it was full of love and chocolate. oxoxoxox Clarice
Posted by: clarice | February 15, 2008 at 11:45 AM
Happy Valentines Day :)
Posted by: Felicia | February 15, 2008 at 11:52 AM
What a fun and festive celebration of Valentine's Day at Karla's Cottage! This is really quite stunning and a joy to visit!
Posted by: Jeanie | February 15, 2008 at 12:59 PM
Happy Valentines Day Karla!!!
Ok- I'm a day late....
Happy Valentines!!
:)
Jenn~
Posted by: Jennifer Wolfe | February 15, 2008 at 01:09 PM
that little angel is so cute! blessings to her and you.
Cielo
Posted by: cielo | February 15, 2008 at 02:48 PM
Hi Karla, hoping you were having a great Valentine's day too. What lovely giveaway again. I don't have much to say ...but oh those giveaways ;-)
Have a nice weekend!
Posted by: Lili M. | February 15, 2008 at 04:39 PM
Karla
Enjoy your time away! Your blog is always such a joy to visit...the nice part about blogging is it gives back, don't you think?
Posted by: Tara | February 15, 2008 at 06:06 PM
Karla-- Happy Valentine's Day to you and your family!!! I knew you were going to be in D.C. and then forgot to check in. I hope you didn't come in during the snow and ice storm!!! And I'm glad we didn't end up making plans between the flu and the snow...they would've been cancelled. That's Feb. in Pennsylvania!! I hope you had a wonderfully romantic day with your guy! BTW you were just mentionned on Kari and Kijsa's blog...maybe the new one... as an inspiration to them :) Have a safe trip home! LOVE ~ Bethany
Posted by: bethany | February 15, 2008 at 08:12 PM