Oh WOW---can't WAIT to share photos of the projects for my Workshops!

I've been working feverishly (well, not like in sick with a fever) on the projects for my Trash to Treasures class and WOW....!!!!   So pleased with the results.  Okay that sounded really like I'm praising myself but that's not it.  It's all about the fantastic materials I'm using...and these are materials that are environmentally friendly, easy to use, and safe for chemically-sensitive people like me (or children, birds, etc). 

I'm still trying to figure out how to post additional photos so please bear with me if the images don't get up right away....they are different than the ones on the website link above because we had to submit something representative of the workshop LOOOONG before I could even gather my materials and start creating magic.  But...if you are at all sitting on the fence about signing up, PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE sign up today to be assured of a spot in my workshops..... Both are being offered on Friday, July 30 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.  Visit http://www.craftsupershow.com/ .  Just look in the class list for the sponsor name...Gail Green Licensing & Design. That's me!

Workshop Projects for CHA Craft Super Show

Things are starting to come together now for the Workshop projects!  Waiting for materials to arrive so I can flesh out my hundreds of ideas into projects that can be smoothly completed in the two hour time slots.  These projects are going to be SO much fun! Sign up now to ensure a place in my workshops before tickets are all all sold out.....!  Go to http://www.craftsupershow.com/ and check out my workshops "Rubber Stamping Techniques and Beyond" and "From Trash to Treasure"--both being offered on Friday, July 30 at the Donald Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, IL.  See ya all there!

CHA is back in Rosemont!

This past year has been filled with one disaster and emergency after another as my elderly father's failing health continues to advance...which is why my blog has been so sadly neglected. But things seem to be stabilized now and I'm back with some EXCITING news.....

Have you heard about the Craft & Hobby Association's new Consumer Supershow? Following on the heels of the CHA summer trade show, this consumer show was first introduced last summer in Orlando and then again in Anaheim the end of January this year. Well, the good news is the CHA summer trade show has returned to the Rosemont Convention Center (in Chicagoland)! And I'm going to be teaching TWO WORKSHOPS at the Consumer Supershow! Yay! I'm very busy developing the classes and will post images and descriptions soon......

Stay tuned

Tis the season for giving....

Happy holidays to all! While many of us may get caught up in the shopping, wrapping and visiting, there are also little ways we can help help brighten up the lives of those who truly need our help.

During the research portion of my YA book, I discovered a therapeutic riding stable nearby...and wound up volunteering there. It is such an incredible place....a place of healing and hope for all those who ride there, as well as those who work or volunteer there. If you would like to help make a difference, please consider a $10 donation to light a light at the barn and help us provide therapeutic riding programs to children and adults with special needs.

No one who needs this therapy is ever turned away if they cannot afford the treatment. Words can never describe this place....and the expressions of joy on the faces of the children and families who come here.

Between December 9th and December 31st, donate a $10 tax deductible donation to light a light in honor of one of our riders, our horses, your friends, loved ones or beloved pets.
Encourage your friends, employer, club, congregation or others to light a light.
By making a $10 tax-deductible donation to light a light on our barn this holiday season, your donation will allow us to continue our therapeutic riding programs to our growing community of riders.

Just go to https://www.signmeup.com/site/reg/register.aspx?fid=ZF2V2K7 to make a donation or visit www.equestrianconnection.org for more information.

Disclosure of Material Connection

Disclosure: While I may have a material connection to a company affiliated with a brand, topic and/or product that is mentioned herein because I received a cash payment and/or product samples from that company for other services rendered (including trade show demos, project design & publication, etc.), the opinions and statements on this blog regarding those products are based solely on my own experience, preference and/or use. I am not being paid by any of these companies for writing my blog or in any other way being compensated for statements made on this blog or on my websites http://www.gailgreen.net/ or http://www.sweetpetatoes.com/.

Read about me on the front page of www.CraftForHealth.com !

If you have ever wondered what inspired me to create the Sweet PETatoes line or develop the rendering technique and style, all is revealed in a story featured on www.CraftForHealth.com , a blog developed by TV Host and best selling author, Kathy Peterson. This Lifetime series TV host asked me to submit my story about when, how and why creativity is the most essential ingredient in my life....so I'm shouting it out! Just go to www.CraftForHealth.com and read all about how Sweet PETatoes came to life...and how they came straight from my heart.

Roller Coaster Riding...

If you wonder why I haven't blogged recently, it's not because there has been a lack of things going on. On the contrary...it's been a bit TOO busy. Over the top busy, in fact. Trade shows, new clients, meeting deadlines-yes. Enjoying the gorgeous weather while it is still here-yes. That's busy enough, right?

Now add in the emotional roller coaster ride associated with the failing health of one elderly father that included serious, life-threatening infections, two trips to the ER, 2 stays in the hospital, rehab, heart attacks, heart procedures and surgery....and you've got a better picture how over the top it has really been.

Hopefully all will stay on an even keel for a while. Or, at least, for a few hours....

Around here, we can't really be certain of that.