Its just too hard to stop myself

While wrapping up some gifts to take to Silver Bella, I thought I'd gather up the gift for the November Giveaway. So many of you were hoping to win the bundles of vintage trim that I gave away earlier this month, that I thought I'd tie up a few more bits of it and offer that as the giveaway. 

I'll be away for the weekend, and will be swamped when I return, so might not have time to answer your comments, but will enjoy reading them. And each one goes into the drawing for the prize.

The blog redo that Hope did for me, is so pretty and is exactly what I wanted. I'm loving the new look! So I wanted to thank her and bring a little gift to show her how much I appreciate her work. I look forward to seeing her again, its so good to reconnect with buddies at the event! The flocked wallpaper I glued onto the book is the same that she used for the side bars of my blog.

She keeps an art journal, and is a champion doodler.  I thought maybe she'd enjoy an ephemera filled book with her name on it to fill up with her artistic ramblings.

Making a book for Hope got me fired up to make a few more...

Mary had given me a stack of old book covers, and I am finding them very compelling.  Little books filled with old papers has been something I've been making for a couple years now, and it is even more fun with these book covers.

Each is filled with with a mismatched assortment of papers, plus some tags that I like to trail ribbons and doodads from.

The last few days have been a hodge podge of little projects, as well as running errands, packing up and over all getting ready to go.

There is still a LOT left to do.  So why do I get so side tracked?  I didn't need to make books. I should have been packing up my supplies instead.  Or why did I make myself a brooch to wear on my coat?  That's just how it goes around here.  I can't help myself.

My Sissy gave me this cubic zirconia pendant, that looks like a crown, and I thought it would be great on one of my vintage medal ribbons with the "K" pendant that was a gift from Carol, last year at Silver Bella.  With a tiny  millinery rose added, of course!

My table is filled with an assortment of things that I decided I need to add to my booth, so I still have some price tags to make and packing to do. The truck is loaded and ready, but there are always odds and ends that get added at last minute.

I almost envy the people who ship their vendor goods... they at least have to limit themselves and not go crazy with inventory.  I went crazy with mine.

Comments

[Laurie]

I love the books and I love your medal brooch! I'm going to have to make some of those books!

[Bunny Rose Cottage]

I love those books Karla! They are so pretty! I hope you have a wonderful time at Silver Bella!!! I cant wait to read all your girls blogs when you get home :):)
Hugs,
Amy

[Jingle]

OH, those books are simply fabulous! Your blog looks great, too, btw!

[stefanie]

everything is gorgeous...when you go to silver bella take tons of pictures so we can pretend we were there too.

[Donna]

Crazy is good Karla , your booth will be great . I love all your little sidetracks you go on. Thanks for taking the time to share them with us too. Um tell that random generator thingy its my turn to win ! lol Donna

[jeanie]

Hope will love it -- the books are wonderful. I get distracted that way, too!

[Diane ( Crafty Passions)]

I envy you !
Can't wait for pics!
Have Fun!
Diane

[Autumn Clark]

I adore these books! Love the covers and all of the embellies you added. Wonderful look!!
~ Autumn Clark

[Deborah Woodrow]

Karla, everything you make and touch is gorgeous ! You should be up there with Rachel Ashwell, and Tracy Porter! Not to mention Jo Packham.
Although, with all your publications, it looks like you're already there !
Well, maybe being big time, would be too stressful, and take all the fun out of it, right ?

You are truly blessed, and Talented, with a capital T !
Those book covers are to die for ! B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L !
Have a good time at Silver Bella, maybe one day, I'll get to go, God-Willing. Can't wait to see the pics, of your adventures !
Take Care,
Deborah

[Karen Young]

Great eye candy Karla. I always get so inspired after reading your blog. Have fun at Siver Bella and I am looking so forward to seeing all your pictures when you return. And you must show us some of your sweet little Baby Bella.

Have a Great Time

Hugs Karen

[sharron]

It is all so very lovely and sweet.. I wish you A Wonderful Silver Bella Adventure this year!!!

[Diana]

I hope you have a wonderful time! Please take lots and lots of photos! And btw, the books are gorgeous!

[robin]

the journals are so pretty!

[Gerry Hook]

Your blog post 'Treasures from Aunt Caroline' still haunts my odd moments when not remembering drs appts, physical therapy dates, when and how much meds, etc. [as a result to DHs mini-stroke/fractured hip joint/vertobroplasy].
It warms my heart

[Lori]

Karla, it's a good thing you will have helpers with you to set up your table...everything looks so pretty!!! the book you made for Hope is gorgeous!!!

[Lorrie]

I'm looking forward to hearing all about Silver Bella when you return. Your books are gorgeous - and I know Hope will love hers.

Lorrie

[Lee]

I find that if I'm anxious (and should be doing other things), that creating is a good outlet! Love the books.

[Bobbi]

Gimme some stuff!!! Pick me, pick me!!! I am hoping that you will be too busy post-Bella to reprimand me for my greedy bad manners. Again. Ahem. Oh, heck, PLEASE! Seriously, I love all the journals that you make. I have been trying to start a journal for at least 5 years, but then realize that I am either #1 complaining about stuff or #2 writing things that I don't want anyone, ever, to read (like they would be that fascinated, right?). So I admire those who do that, or who, like you, have a blog. And as always, thank you for sharing your little corner of the world! Your Friend, Bobbi

[michelle]

Always so pretty Karla! Hope you have a blast!

[angela]

Wish I could be there with you...but have a GREAT time for me!
love, a

[Jessica]

What a lovely thank you gift, Karla. I'm sure Hope will treasure it. I can't wait to see what you bring back from Silver Bella. Please take lots of pictures for those of us who have to live vicariously through you!

[elyse]

hi karla,

i hope that silver bella goes by nice 'n slow for you but i can't wait to read everyone's accounts afterward. enjoy!!!

xo

[Alice W.]

Oh my goodness Karla those journals are the most beautiful things ever! I love them and your creativity... ;)

[Linda Lilly Cottage]

Oh your blog makeover does look lovely Karla and your books are beautiful! I am sure you will get everything done and it will be an amazing vendor table.
Have fun, Kiss Noises Linda

[Bev]

I love your style....can't wait to see your Bella pictures, have a wonderful time, I hope it feeds your soul the way your blog feeds mine...be blessed :)

[Rochelle Gaukel]

You have a wonderful time at Silver Bella and we will expect you to post some wonderful pictures outlining the weekend! :)
Love those books BTW!
Rochelle

[sadie]

gosh,what a plethora of gorgeousness! I like you being sent crazy by having so much to do, you have such lovely photos to share! ;o)

Thank you for your email, much appreciated - especially given how busy you are - can't wait to get my paws on the little book :o)

have a fun weekend xx

[Claudia]

Have a great time, Karla. I know your booth will be a very popular one! Can't wait to hear all about it!

[Nerissa Alford]

I'm sure your booth is going to be fabulous!! I just love looking at all the stuff you'll be bringing. I wish I could see it in person. Have a great time!
Nerissa

[Lisa]

Have a wonderful time and anxiously await your return. Best of look with all those goodies

[LORRAINE BELL]

Your books are abdolutely smashing...love them & the vintage wallpaper...have a blast Lorraine

[Hope @ The Queen Of Re]

Love the new digs!!! Very pretty, and the books are wonderful

[Martha C]

Love all your things. Please enter me in the give away, maybe one day I will get lucky. Have a great time. Blessings, Martha

[Janis]

Hi Karla,
Such pretty books and love the pendant!! I'm sure you
are having a wonderful time!! Be safe.

Hugs,
Janis

[joyce]

Getting side tracked can be lots of fun. Have an awesome time at S. Bella.

[Deb]

have a wonderful time! I am always SO inspired by your blog! :D deb from Maine...:D

[Deborah]

I just adore your scrapbooks...so inspiring...I have little snippets of your pics in my little "ideas" scrapbook that I carry with me whilst out shopping for supplies. Keep up the great work with your glue pot...love reading your blog. Have a great time at Bella and get those pics up asap!!
best regards
Deborah

[Zita - Mlle Magpie]

Karla, you never cease to amaze me with everything you do. I just don't know how you do so much and it's all so wonderful. I'm glad you found the time to make those books - they're gorgeous!

[Soarenth]

The book for Hope is pretty! It is so sweet that you always customize your gifts to make them that little bit extra special for the recipient.

The extra special thing about the journals is how they are mismatched. Each unique and lovely for their eccentricities like a person who has been busy living life.

Hope the extra vendor goods made you crazy happy, because there can never be too much happy. ;->