A very special thank you.
I have been thinking over the past few weeks about what I could do as a thank you to all of you for the awesome support you have shown to Autism Speaks (and to me and my family) over the last few months. No matter whether we end up with the number one spot (the top 6 receive a matching donation up to $10,000), we as a group of people have done something awesome.
Of course, number one is a good place to be. Love watching the power of the people.
Sitting here today, getting ready for classes this weekend in Vancouver, BC at ARTistry, I thought of an idea: I can share a class with you - instructions & supply list. I was going to wait until the end of the contest to post this, but I am just feeling really inspired and excited today and want to share this with you NOW.
This is a fun mini-book: filled with different textures and goodies that help you celebrate the life of someone you love yesterday, today, tomorrow - always. This is an updated version of a class I have taught a few times over the last year. Enjoy it.
Click to download the instructions (2.7MB file) : Download ytta_HowTo
(You will need Adobe Reader to view this file: go here to download this program if you don't already have it.)
Yesterday, Today, Tomorrow, Always Supply List
(know that I totally encourage you to use your stash at home to adapt this project to what you have on hand - otherwise a Google search will help you find the supplies listed below at online retailers or check out your local scrapbook store)
Maya Road 4x4 Binder Book
7gypsies A La Card Stickers Love (#17405)
7gypsies Etchings Life Rub On Sheet (#17060)
Chatterbox Patterned Paper, Loft Flowering Vine (#24408) and Loft (#20824)
SEI Paisley & Petals Cardstock Tabs (#7-8452)
My Mind's Eye Bohemia Patterned Paper ("You & Me" Swirl/Brown #BH1111)
Scenic Route Patterned Paper Rockland Sweetland Street (#SR584)
Creative Imaginations Narratives Antique Love Patterned Paper (#14814)
Heidi Swapp Mask Daisy (#HS63368)
Hambly Chic Circles Screen Print (#HO543)
Embossing Ink (clear)
Ultra Thick Embossing Enamel (clear) (also known as UTEE)
Tim Holtz Distress Ink, Weathered Wood (#TIM20257)
Heat gun for embossing the cover
4, 4x6 photos that can be cropped to 4x4
4, 2x2 photos
Again, thank you. Have fun!
Also - check this out: Technique Tuesday is making a difference. That is so awesome, so cool, so wonderful.
Good Luck Ali! I made my donation tonight. Your count is now at 1342 donations! You and your family are amazing!
Kerri
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Hi Ali, this is so beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing. I finally finished the project you taught in NZ at Crafting Connections last year (One Year, One Album). It was so great to get it done (it was a bit hard to find the time with a little bubs demanding my time but I got there). Many thanks again for sharing.
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Ali you are a great woman, soing all this, being a spokeswoman for Autism, just wonderful. I do hope you'll win it is such a good cause, good luck.
And thank you for the online workshop, just great as always.
Can't wait for your new book, I'm sure it's gonna be great as your other 2 books are :)
Alette
The Netherlands
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keep up the good work Ali! love the mini-book you made...totally inspiring! :)
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Ali - long ago and far away, did you ever imagine your life would become what it is? Here you are, one of America's fav scrapbook designers, a major motivator in social change, and probably pretty active (thanks to your husband) in local politics... was that ever your vision for yourself or is it just evolving?
Thanks for sharing and touching my life (I was in your CKU Atlanta album track and only have good memories). You're a wonderful example of how one woman CAN make a difference in the world.
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Dear Ali, this is wonderful what you're doing :)
God Bless
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Ali - what great work you are doing for Autism! Keep it up girl! You ROCK! ps. thanks for the instructions - love your stuff, please come to Canada more often!
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Thank you so much Ali. This is beautiful! I went and made my contribution earlier in the week. Its wonderful to help out with such a great cause. Last year, our Moms Club raised @ $2,000 for Autism Speaks. :)
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Wow Ali. You must be so proud of all the money you have raised for autism. I have a cousin who was diagnosed with Asperger's and it was such a stuggle for the doctors to put a name to what he had. It was terrible for his parents to know something wasn't right but doctors said it was ADD for a long time. I hope that this money you have helped raise will make an impact for everyone that has autism. You are doing a wonderful job. God Bless You. P.S. I am on my way right now to donate.
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Ali, Thank you for being such wonderful inspiration to me and so many others. Not only have I admired the art you have made but to make such an impact of Autism is incredible. so many would just sit back and wait... you did... thank you for that.
Jan in CT
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Hey Ali! Because of you I see scrapbooking or life artistry thru completely different eyes. You've brought back the fun for me. I appreciate all that you share about yourself and your family - what an inspiration you are! Thank you so much for the thoughtful gift of the mini album class. Not necessary, but very much appreciated. You rock! Here's hoping that Autism Speaks stays at #1!!! All the best to you! :)
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Hi Ali=
You are so cool. I hope I can meet you someday. You are without a doubt the best. I love your book too. Thanks for the project. TAMI
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Hey Ali, i love your stuff and am so inspired by your art and your creativity! i would love to make this book but was never able to download the how to page, anyone have this available ?
thanks again for all you do!
Gina
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Ali- you are a great scrapbooker!! I love your style!
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The instructions link leads to a 404 page not found now :(
Thanks for letting me know Jerrica. This was a post from back in 2007. I've updated both the top image and the download link.
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