Hey peeps. I’m so excited to be going to Creativation again this year. This will be my third year attending and I’m so blessed that I can. If you are unfamiliar with what Creativation is, it’s the Craft and Hobby Association trade show. This is where companies share their new products to the industry. Gina K Designs, Heffy Doodlebug Designs, Altenew, and Pink and Main are just a few of the companies that had booths this year. I also get to see my crafty friends and take a few classes.
This craft community is great for making friends and building lasting relationships with companies. Since last year I have worked with so many great companies because I had the chance to meet the owners live and in person. It makes my heart happy to know that this community has the best energy to make my paper crafting easy to do.
Here are a few pictures from last year. I have over 200 pictures so I can’t share them all here. 😉
Lesley Oman – owner of Heffy Doodle.
Kathy Racoosin – The Daily Marker (owner of The 30 Day Color Challenge)
The very talented Ruby from A Rare Ruby and Nina Marie from Nina Marie Design.
The one and only Jennifer Mcguire of Jennifer Mcguire Ink.
The incredible Amber from Damask Love and my gorgeous side kick Pam from PoconoPam.
Make sure to follow me on my Facebook page Got Joy Creations and Instagram as I’ll to posting and doing videos from the showroom floor. I will be posting a card on Thursday for Pink and Main so look out for that post. Wednesday Jan 23, 2019 I will be starting my Valentine’s Day Card Series for 2019. So be ready for some fabulous tutorials. Have a great day everyone and I’ll see you back here soon.
Hugs,
Dana
![Hello everyone. I hope you are having a wonderful Thursday. Unfortunately I will not be able to complete my holiday card series this year. The strain of sitting in my craft room for long periods of time is causing my back to endure more pain. In August I had my second back surgery in 18 months and was hopeful that my back pain would be resolved. My healing process has been a LOT SLOWER than I had anticipated and while trying to rush back to crafting, I am not doing my body any good.
With that being said, I am trying to keep my spirits positive and create the best I can right now. That means limiting my time in my room and resting my body. On top of everything I ended up with Covid a month ago and I still have lingering side effects. However I have a strong faith and I know this is just a hiccup in the road of life. Things will be better, my body will heal and I will be refreshed to return to the crafting I have loved for over 20 years. Feel free to catch up on my precious holiday card series in my playlist to keep you going on your holiday cards. Link In bio.
I wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas, Happy Holiday and let's bring in the New Year healthy! Until then, stay safe and I'll see you back here soon!
P.S. I did try Amber's @ [17841400753513434:@damasklove] felt holiday wreath while sitting on the couch. Oh SOOO cozy!
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Have a great time Dana!!! I can feel your excitement from your pictures – you are glowing!!! I know the exact feeling you get when you are among other crafty ladies – lots of love and positive encouragement and excitement!!! I don’t get to comment as much as I would like but I had to jump in on this one and say you are right at home among the best of the best – you rock!!! Can’t wait to see more – enjoy!!!
Have a blast DANA! I look forward to the Valentine’s Series! Was the winner of the Christmas series announced? I didn’t see the post?