Today’s my 40 something birthday and I’m wondering how I suddenly became my mother’s age. I remember as a child thinking I would never be as old as my mother (I think she was only 36 at the time). I always swore I’d do things differently than her, until one day I found myself….

* Counting to 5 to get a child to move.
* Talking about starving children in Africa at the dinner table.
* Saying, "Wait until your father gets home!"
* Disguising leftovers by using "surprise" in the name.
* Crying during Hallmark card commercials.
* Cleaning faces with a wet thumb.
* Hugging my children in public.
* Kissing my husband in front of my children and other unthinkable acts.

So after 40 something years of fighting it, I’ve decided to embrace who I’ve become. A loving, caring, sometimes not very “cool”, but always trying to do her best, Mother, just like my Mom. I can’t imagine wanting to be anything else.

Have a great month &
Never Stop Creating!

This month's project, pictured above, is our Paua Shell Necklace & Earring Set.

Natural paua shells create a gorgeous reflection of light and color. This set can be made to wear casual or very dressy, depending on your mood.

The winner will receive all supplies needed to create this project, including free shipping. Don’t forget to enter before August 31.

Dates that will give you an excuse to make something fun!

The winner of our July project is:

She will receive all the supplies needed to create our Dangle Pastel Shell Set.