Our company has gone, Justin, Katherine and Finn left about 9:30 this morning, it was sad to see them go.  We did have a great visit - over a week of visiting, laughing, reminiscing.  Our dog Zero, he did not care for their dog, Finn.  Zero tolerated Finn, and that’s it, but as he saw the bags being brought up and going out the door this morning, Zero started to whine…..now he is pouting in his bed.  Finn, he did not want to go, poor Justin had to near drag him out the door.  Funny how our pets know when something is happening.  They have a long drive home and hope that it is a safe trip all the way.

I am excited about 2012, looking forward to working with our Creative Team - Chelsea, Lisa, and Norine - hoping to challenge you, inspire you and show you new techniques and products to try in the coming year.

Today, I have something to show you from Chelsea.  Our single cupcake boxes are great for filling with one special cupcake, but Chelsea is excited to show us how great they are decorated as gift boxes.  We will continue to stock the assorted colors of single sheets of tissue paper which are great for these boxes as well as our shoppers and gift bags.

These are perfect, I love them decorated like this, perfect for all occasions, and a great way to use up paper and other scraps.  The stickles are the perfect touch.  Chelsea, these are just adorable!

Happy New Year everyone!