Happy FRIDAY!! Finally -- the WEEKEND! Now that I've got things wrapped up from the work week, it's time for some FUN!
I've got to pack my suitcase and get ready for a few days of fun in sunny (?) California! I'll be attending the CHA Convention and Trade Show, and can't wait to see what's NEW for the coming year!
CHA, for those of you who might not know, is the Craft and Hobby Association. They have two major convention trade shows each year, where companies release their new products and lines for the year. It's very exciting for retailers, manufacturers, and designers like me! Not only is it a great place to check out new, exciting products, but it's a great place for bumping into celebrity crafters, too!
I won't have a computer with me so I won't be able to post photos during the show, but stay tuned for an update from me when I get home. I'll showcase some of my favorites, and who knows...maybe I'll bump into a celeb or two, as well!
Have a wonderful weekend! ...
Oh, and drop a note here on the blog to Alan every so often. He's staying home to tend to the farm while I'm out in California oogling new crafty goods. *grin* But even while I'm away, he keeps up on the blog comments and gives me updates when we have time to catch up throughout the weekend.
PS: Do I smell a Whipper Snapper release coming soon!? Yes, yes! I think I do! Stay tuned for more!
I so wish I were at CHA! I hope you have/had a wonderful time! Can't wait to see photos and get an update. I hope things are going well on the farm for you Alan. :)
Posted by: Beth M | January 25, 2010 at 07:26 AM
um, Anna? You ARE one of the celebrities!
Posted by: Shala | January 25, 2010 at 07:01 AM
Just chick-in on you, Alan. : )
Posted by: Mel | January 25, 2010 at 04:17 AM
Hi Alan, Glad you are home minding the animals so Anna can have some fun in California. Ya know we would love to see pics of that quilt, I bet it is lovely...
What do you do for fun? Have you ever made a card with Anna's stuff? just wondering...
Posted by: Sally | January 24, 2010 at 02:16 PM
have a great time!
and hello Alan! so how are the critters doing? give them all pets and hugs from us..... can you tell I'm not a farmer? :) just a pet lover... grins! anyhow, thanks for all you do while Anna is away!
Posted by: Jennifer Scull | January 24, 2010 at 12:09 PM
Oh my goodness, Anna! Look at that bathing suit with the tufts of feathers sticking out the bottom! Tee hee hee. And the goggles! Oh my! Have a great time at CHA. By the way, can just anybody attend, or must we be a member of CHA and/or have a business license?
Posted by: Shellie Daniel | January 23, 2010 at 06:17 PM
Have a ball, Anna! My thanks to Alan for minding the blog!
Posted by: Sharli | January 23, 2010 at 07:33 AM
Wow, that Alan, what a guy ! he keeps the homefires burning, feeds the kritters, check's e-mails. Have fun at CHA, takes lots of pictures and we will love seeing them when you get back home.....
Posted by: MaryAnn Grove | January 23, 2010 at 05:50 AM
Enjoy your time Anna you deserve it. Wish we could all join you. Bring us back lots of pictures of all the goodies. Have fun!
Posted by: Rose R | January 23, 2010 at 04:56 AM
Have fun, Anna! Can't wait to hear about the show...Oh, and I hope you make that bathing beauty chick image into a stamp one day...it's so funny!
Posted by: Kelly Schirmer | January 23, 2010 at 04:55 AM
Have a wonderful time Anna...I know Alan will miss you (so will we) but we'll try to keep him company for ya!
Posted by: Ida | January 22, 2010 at 09:30 PM
Wish I was there to drool on the Melissa Frances booth with you again! Have fun and take LOTS of pics!!
Posted by: Shannan Teubner | January 22, 2010 at 07:37 PM
I hope you've packed your heavy duty golfer's umbrella, your galloshes, fisherman's raincoat, a life preserver, and a rowboat for your trip to sunny southern CA (the old country and my old alma mater). And yes, I'll have My Alan contact Your Alan while you're out. Be safe and have fun.
Posted by: Gabi With An Eye | January 22, 2010 at 07:30 PM
Have a great time in CA and hurry home to share the fun with us. Hugs...
Posted by: Carol Dee | January 22, 2010 at 06:45 PM
Alan, sure thing you got your quilt in time for Anna leaving. Daisy & Mr. Farley will love it also--hugs to you, MOM
Posted by: Lori W | January 22, 2010 at 04:40 PM
don't you have a cel phone camera? Tweet them to us!!! LOL
Have fun, can't wait to see all the goodies!
Posted by: Sue | January 22, 2010 at 04:29 PM