Years ago, I bought a house kit from Michelle Ward and went to town adapting it into my very own little ode-to--our-home. I remember how much fun I had working on it, joyfully obsessing over it until it was done. Just a reminder that there are so many different ways to journal/scrapbook/whatever, and endless subjects you can memorialize while doing so. Here's a quick little look into what I ended up with.
{I've asked Michelle if she's got any kits left, I'll let you know when I hear back, but feel free to go look around and while you're over at Michelle's check out the cool way she's making a big difference.}
wow!! that is incredible Pam! Each and every bit was just gorgeous and special and detailed....what a fabulous piece to have as a keepsake. what inspiration! thank you so much for sharing...makes me want to call in sick to work, put some good music on and make something wonderful!
xo natalea
Posted by: natalea | March 31, 2011 at 03:28 AM
what a treasure! and so pretty too!! I'll have to run over to Michelle's. Do let us know if she has any.
happy day!
Posted by: micah holden | March 31, 2011 at 04:22 AM
This is amazing! I would L-O-V-E to get my hands on one of these kits... Really really love to!
Posted by: Sarah | March 31, 2011 at 04:47 AM
I'm completely in love with it, Pam! So beautiful!
Posted by: gabrielle messina | March 31, 2011 at 05:18 AM
Oh my gosh - this is gorgeous!! I had to watch the video several times to catch it all...the layers, the depth, the story, the love - all there! Beautiful, thank you for sharing.
Posted by: Joanne | March 31, 2011 at 06:17 AM
Wonderful Pam! What a fun book to work in!
Posted by: Janet Ghio | March 31, 2011 at 06:30 AM
Pam - love seeing the video of your completed journal! Very lovely, and so personal. So many secret little details. *swoon*
I no longer sell the kits online but I have plenty of supplies left and can assemble should anyone want one.
Thanks for the shout-out on my sock collecting :)
Posted by: michelle ward | March 31, 2011 at 07:20 AM
What a fun video! I adore what you did with the book!!! Thank you for the inspiration!
Michelle
Posted by: Michelle | March 31, 2011 at 07:20 AM
Really beautiful!! I'd love a kit - such a great way to think about home and family!
Posted by: Jackie | March 31, 2011 at 07:32 AM
Bravo Pam!
love it!
Posted by: Carmen | March 31, 2011 at 08:49 AM
Fabulous. The pages just kept coming, more and more beautiful. And I loved the last line..."and then we move." Story of my life!
Posted by: Lorrie | March 31, 2011 at 08:53 AM
OMG this is so cute! I'd love to have one of those kits as we're moving into a new house next week. Thank you, Pam. You keep inspiring me to do great work.
Posted by: Lorelei | March 31, 2011 at 10:28 AM
wow. really, really wonderful. I get so many great ideas just from looking at the darling things you've made! Those are by far my favorite posts. (I was searching yesterday for a finished picture of your big summer quilt-- did I miss that post?) Makes me excited to get back into my baby book project!
Posted by: Rosie | March 31, 2011 at 12:39 PM
and ps- good choice with the gilberto/getz number.
Posted by: Rosie | March 31, 2011 at 12:40 PM
Amazing - inspirational - fun. Thanks for the video :-)
Posted by: Lynette (NZ) | March 31, 2011 at 02:31 PM
Beautiful; I so want one of these kits~
Thanks for sharing your gorgeous home!
Posted by: Ellen | March 31, 2011 at 04:17 PM
i love your little videos. so sweet! your project is wonderfully lovely! lots to look at and i love all the interactive flaps, snaps and hidden photos. :)
Posted by: psmullican | March 31, 2011 at 07:37 PM
Wow that is gorgeous!!! I absolutely adore your book you've made, and love the music you selected! Nice! It's so inspirational - I want one to make.
Posted by: Lori | March 31, 2011 at 07:42 PM
Hello Pam,
I've seen Michelle's message on her blog, so now I'm here !
Wow, what a lovely interactive book to look in !
I love all the details, the pages that flip over left and right, the acrylic pages, the tags, the photos,...
I think you put a lot of thoughts, memories, joy and time in creating this book.
A real treasure to cherish for future generations :)
greetings from belgium
Inge
Posted by: Inge Bekaert | April 01, 2011 at 04:28 AM
WOW, FANTASTIC, GORGEOUS!!!!! I absolutely love it!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Donna Howard | April 01, 2011 at 08:44 AM
total coolness...the MUSIC!...and when you finger your pages with little flourishes it reminds me of the videos i've watched by your friend Mary Ann. ;o)
Posted by: lauradodson | April 01, 2011 at 03:03 PM
I adore-adore-adore this! So neat! I love all the layers! Hugs, Heidi
Posted by: Heidi Woodruff | April 01, 2011 at 03:06 PM
Hello from France! What a fantastic work! I love it!
Posted by: muriel | April 02, 2011 at 02:06 PM
One of the highlights of my day is to check out your blog. You are ridiculously talented and very inspiring. I would love to purchase a kit if they become available. Thank you so much for giving me things to dream about :)
Posted by: diana peck | April 02, 2011 at 09:56 PM
I love all the little secret hiding places. You did an amazing job. It is definitely one of my most favorites and I LOVE all your things!
Posted by: jackie | April 04, 2011 at 07:22 AM
Fab!
Posted by: susiebelle | April 04, 2011 at 07:46 PM
I bet you are still rocking a bikini!!!
Posted by: Maija Lepore | April 05, 2011 at 07:54 AM
this is just awesome! what a wonderful idea.
thanks to you from sanne /Germany
Posted by: Sanne | April 05, 2011 at 10:57 AM
Very neat little book! Obviously alot of love and care went into assembling it. Thank you for sharing it!
Posted by: George | April 05, 2011 at 03:23 PM
I just discovered your work and blog via Claudia at The Paris Apartment. She showed this pretty video of your book which is so creative and adorable. I would love to make one too. I also saw some of your sewing. I have been thinking of getting a sewing machine. May I ask what kind you have and/or recommend? Thanks so much! :)
Posted by: Bonnie | April 06, 2011 at 02:06 AM
What a beautiful, complex, meaningful book! I enjoyed watching you flip through all of the layers. (Loved the music, too!)
Posted by: Andria | April 06, 2011 at 12:00 PM
I love it. Beautiful!!
Posted by: Ana Gonzalez | April 09, 2011 at 09:05 AM
sweet!) I love these tiny-old-fashioned-stuffed pages! it fully passes the spirit of your sweet charmed and secure family house:)
Posted by: Protect your home | June 17, 2011 at 04:04 PM
Wow! I'm inspired, impressed, and overwhelmed!
You are blessed with talent, and an exceptional eye for detail...I am so glad I found your blog site!
Posted by: Elisa Zercoe | July 13, 2011 at 06:25 PM