tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939Fri, 04 Jul 2008 04:45:26 +0000http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/noreply@blogger.com (Jon Gay)Blogger157125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-123993659840789754Tue, 01 Jul 2008 06:39:00 +00002008-07-01T00:04:25.908-07:00 Hey Everyone! Just wanted to invite you to a brand-new event called "Lisa Bearnson Adventures!" It will be held in my home state (Utah) and near my home town. It celebrates all the things I love the most and will be packed full of fun, creativity and celebration. And--my two adorable girls will even be there to sing a special song! Here is the information straight from the web site: Have youhttp://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/06/come-to-my-lisa-bearnson-adventure.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-4631459472760310932Tue, 24 Jun 2008 02:31:00 +00002008-06-24T22:09:57.441-07:00Hey Everyone! I'm back from Lake Powell and WOW--what a week! If you ever want the vacation of a lifetime that will be enjoyed by every family member (any age), you really should consider renting a house boat on Lake Powell. The scenery is spectacular--the water warm and clear--and there's more shore line than in all of California. Before I tell you what you seriously won't believe, I had to http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/06/you-seriously-wont-believe-this.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-9023586454173270336Tue, 10 Jun 2008 02:48:00 +00002008-06-25T08:29:26.512-07:00Thanks for playing my "Meaning of my License Plate" game. You all are so smart. I really thought it would be harder for you--but most of you got it 100% right. For me, the license plate CKMAG means Creating Keepsake Magazine. When Kade's driving the FJ Cruiser, people think it means Chick Magnet! Here is a photo of Kade with two of his favorite chicks--His half sister, Stefyn (third from http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/06/winners-of-contest-fun-new-event-and.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-1451253580293566582Mon, 02 Jun 2008 21:58:00 +00002008-06-02T17:39:26.374-07:00Hey Everyone! Wow--Today is the first day of our Summer break and what a day it's been! Kade left for Peru at 7:00 a.m., Sage went off to Sports Camp at 9:00 a.m. and Collin to Basketball Camp at 10:00 a.m. And, Brecken went to Lagoon for the day with a friend. Sage and I then spent the afternoon reading "The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane" by Kate DiCamillo (amazing book), practicing "http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/06/can-you-guess-what-my-license-plate.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-3124693816722875499Fri, 30 May 2008 23:11:00 +00002008-05-30T16:52:20.078-07:00I'm so excited! My kids got out of school today and all I can say is "Hello, Summer--here we come!" I adore these months when I have the kids close by. I love the lazy schedules, no homework and all the fun summer sports. Kade is going to Peru for two weeks next Monday. He's hiking to Machu Picchu over the Inca Trail. He can't wait to go--he's my total outdoors kid. I have had SO much fun http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/sneak-peak-of-june-kit-of-month.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-1522801163015766063Wed, 21 May 2008 17:41:00 +00002008-05-22T19:59:11.989-07:00Hey Everyone! I mentioned that I'd been in Ohio most of last week. I attended the wedding of my nephew, Garrett, and his high school sweetheart (they are now 22), Amanda. They are an adorable couple and I'm lucky because they'll be moving out to Utah so Garrett can go to school. I had to show off my nieces--they were the flowergirls. So cute!! Thanks to everyone for the neat messages andhttp://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/cute-photos-and-cool-stuff.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-6867967216079346417Mon, 19 May 2008 18:54:00 +00002008-05-19T15:10:57.728-07:00Wow--What a wonderful weekend. I just got back from Ohio from my Nephew's wedding and had a great time. I can't wait to share some of my photos with you. Here are the winners of the "What do you do in the summertime" contest. Please contact vgrothe@ckmedia.com with your snail mail address. #33 mom2boys (Tammi) 12:30 p.m. #37 Stsummers (Tanya S) 12:49 p.m. #61 Lori 2:27 p.m. #85 Conlon (Andrea http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/winners-of-summer-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-8450764774426929348Mon, 12 May 2008 17:07:00 +00002008-05-12T19:56:21.258-07:00Looks like we chose two winners (another winner was chosen below). The correct answer to the last Countdown Triva question is, WordPerfect Editor in Chief! The winner is "reese's pieces." Please e-mail vgrothe@ckmedia.com with your address and we'll send you your prize. Thanks to everyone for playing along.http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/countdown-trivia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-5256053150500541387Sun, 11 May 2008 17:26:00 +00002008-05-11T10:55:30.677-07:00Dear Mothers and Amazing Women Everywhere, I just had to take this opportunity to thank you for being a part of my life. Everywhere I go, I meet wonderful women who are so full of grace, hope for the future and courage to face life's challenges. I read your comments and feel of your wonderful spirits. I wish I had the means to meet every one of you. I'd love to take you to lunch and soak in who http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/happy-mothers-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-4508068633511433041Sat, 10 May 2008 15:54:00 +00002008-05-10T23:13:47.312-07:00Tell me what the most exciting thing you have planned for the kids in your life this summer and you may get your hands on the May KOTM, "Kids Play" for free! Ten random winners will be chosen from the eligible entries. And once you get your kit, we would LOVE to see what you and your kids have done with it. I'll post my favorite photos here on the blog. Have a great weekend!http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/win-kotm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-2747816331304119767Wed, 07 May 2008 17:15:00 +00002008-05-07T11:06:27.785-07:00Hey Everyone! All these contests have been so much fun! The last answer to the trivia question is "WordPerfect Magazine Editor in Chief." (This was my former job.) The winner is Becky@Shapirousa.net. Please contact Vgrothe@ckmedia.com to claim your prize! By the way, what a wild weekend on QVC. For those of you who watched, you know my family surprised me by showing up LIVE on my 6:00 p.m. QVC http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/happy-mothers-day-utah-contest.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-6633375941247512142Thu, 01 May 2008 17:38:00 +00002008-05-01T14:45:08.792-07:00You are going to love, love, love the May Kit of the Month! With the summer months—and school breaks—just around the corner, this it just the thing to keep the kids entertained. You can see all the details here. Plus, I wanted to share this fun video I did with my girls to show how much fun this kit is. http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/05/may-kotm.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-7510617238028149296Wed, 30 Apr 2008 21:46:00 +00002008-04-30T14:49:27.737-07:00What was my former job before founding Creating Keepsakes magazine?The correct answer for yesterday's trivia question is 111 issues! Kari you are our winner! Please e-mail vgrothe@ckmedia.com with your address and we'll you your prize.http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/countdown-trivia_30.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-7408535831765646028Wed, 30 Apr 2008 21:31:00 +00002008-04-30T14:45:39.695-07:00Who would have thought scrapbooking would evolve into what it's become today? It's gone way beyond scrapbooking and into home décor! With a little imagination, you'll be amazed at the things you'll come up with to display in your home using ordinary scrapbooking supplies. Here is another sample page from the Hall of Fame kit. Tune in to QVC Friday, May 2, 9-11 a.m. and 6 p.m. (with a live studio http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/lisas-tip-of-day_30.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-1795115008554240612Tue, 29 Apr 2008 20:07:00 +00002008-04-29T13:12:46.152-07:00How many issues of CK over the ten years? The answer to the last trivia question was the QuicKutz Silhouette and it sold out by 10:230am ET Since no one guessed the exact time, we picked out winner from everyone who guessed the Silhouette! And the winner is EmmaJ. Please e-mail vgrothe@ckmedia.com with your address and we'll you your prize. Also, Jeannette P. you have won a prize for your http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/countdown-trivia_29.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-8877792843863710176Mon, 28 Apr 2008 20:04:00 +00002008-04-28T13:16:32.276-07:00Hall of Fame Kit Here is a sneak peek at just one of cool new products we will be featuring on QVC this week. This fun kit will debut this Friday. This kit was designed by some of your favorite Hall of Fame winners from years past. Everything is included to make fun and fresh new pages. So be sure to tune in to QVC Friday, May 2, 9-11 a.m. and 6 p.m.http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/qvc-sneak-peek.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-4614205557424976284Mon, 28 Apr 2008 17:28:00 +00002008-04-28T10:33:05.540-07:00Gone are the days of taking a photo of your subject and crossing your fingers that, when you get it developed, it'll be a good one! Digital photography has made taking pictures so easy that most of us have hundreds of photos--even some of the same moment--that are scrap-worthy. Now remember, you don't have to scrap every single one of them. but if you want to, go for it! Be sure to watch me on http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/lisas-tip-of-day_28.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-7343465748624473688Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:06:00 +00002008-04-28T10:34:09.756-07:00What (SCRAPBOOKING) Today's Special Value sold out the fastest...and what time? Post your answer in the comments below. I will reveal the answer with tomorrow's Countdown Trivia post! The answer to yesterday's trivia question was (a) 3 hours !http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/countdown-trivia_25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-5000298764750652505Fri, 25 Apr 2008 13:03:00 +00002008-04-25T11:03:08.803-07:00With so many holidays and special occasions throughout the year, it can be easy to forget about the importance of everyday life--the things that make us tick, the ordinary events of each day, the small milestones our children reach. These seemingly insignificant details are what make us who we are. This is the stuff of life. Check out the QVC show Friday, May 2, from 9-11 a.m. (ET) and 6 p.m. (http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/lisas-tip-of-day_25.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-6605435537443215513Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:32:00 +00002008-04-24T14:33:25.079-07:00Have you ever wished you had a product that was so fresh and new, only you had it? Well, guess what--you do! It's easy to get in a rut when it comes to using your supplies, but with a little thinking outside the box, you can come up with ways to use your existing products in totally unique ways.http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/lisas-tip-of-day_24.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-3463450851734693640Thu, 24 Apr 2008 21:31:00 +00002008-04-25T15:07:31.473-07:00How much sleep does Lisa get during a 24-hour craft event when she's on QVC? a. 3 hours b. 10 hours c. 6.5 hours d. nonehttp://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/countdown-trivia.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-3201808023395327973Wed, 23 Apr 2008 21:27:00 +00002008-04-25T15:07:59.413-07:00Have you ever finished a layout and sat back and thought, "Hmmm, it just needs a little something"? That's why "details" are so important--sometimes just a few small brads or a carefully placed eyelet makes all the difference on a scrapbook page.http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/lisas-tip-of-day.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-2481402624712876634Tue, 22 Apr 2008 05:09:00 +00002008-04-22T19:07:46.323-07:00Thanks for participating in my contests. First I have to say that so many of you had so many close guesses with my favorite place in my house. If you are a winner, please e-mail Pam at Davidandgoliath20022003@yahoo.com as soon as possible with your snail mail address. Some of you chose my scrapbook room which is probably my fourth favorite place in my house. I randomly chose one of you who http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/winners-to-contest-revealed-there-are.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-8401703855343760960Fri, 18 Apr 2008 13:47:00 +00002008-04-23T14:07:40.288-07:00I've had a lot of people tell me that they would love to attend Creating Keepsakes University (CKU) but it isn't close enough to home for them or they just can't get away. So, guess what? You can now experience 3 of the all-time most popular CKU classes for yourself. It was so fun to get together with these ladies and film these classes. We even filmed some of it in my living room! I teach http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/good-things-come-in-threes.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Leslie)tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-31812939.post-2695290474873194848Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:22:00 +00002008-04-16T17:11:39.347-07:00I'm so excited to share my new book with you--just fresh off the press and available for preorder. (Go here for more details.) It will be shipped the first part of May. I LOVE this book and am excited to tell you why. Here's a little background. My oldest child turned 17 last December. Wow--I can't believe how fast the time has gone. I remember staring at him through the window of the http://www.lisabearnson.com/blog/2008/04/50-moments-that-matters-most-new-book.htmlnoreply@blogger.com (Lisa Bearnson)