This year I tried something that I have never done before. I submitted for Artisan. Artisan is a competition that Stampin' Up! hosts every year that demonstrators submit 5 cards, 3 scrapbook pages and 2 three dimensional projects to. Back in December, I asked my mom if she would be willing to also enter the Artisan competition. I thought we could craft together, bounce ideas off one another but most importantly spend time together. With her retiring at the end of January, we figured it was the right time. So the two of us worked really hard on our projects and had fun creating together (I think....well, I sure did!!!) We both completed all our projects in the nick of time.....and then came the waiting.
While on cruise heading toward Alaska, I found out some wonderful news. I had been selected as one of the ten Artisan award winners this year. I was completely blown away, and really excited! I was sad to learn my mom hadn't won, but of course she was super excited for me and really glad that we had this time together!!! I encourage each of you to consider submitting...it really brought me out of my comfort zone and challenged my stamping. I had a wonderful time stamping with my mom and sharing this experience with others on my team! I think it's worth trying and hope you'll consider it!
Tonight is our Artisan Award dinner. I am so excited to meet new demonstrators and friends! I'm excited to enjoy an amazing dinner with Stampin' Up! and to learn more about the creative process! I'll share with you my highlights and of course photos later! But in the meantime, I thought I'd share with you the invitation that I received from Stampin' Up! for tonight's dinner. It's very elegant, and I thank whomever created this gem!
I hope you are enjoying your week....we sure are!!!! I'll be back a little later!
Take care,
Heather
This is one of my favourite sets ( I do have it!!) Thanks for sharing such a beautiful card. Congrats Heather on all your awards!!
Posted by: Linda | July 18, 2011 at 04:15 PM
that is fabulous! Congrats to you!!
Posted by: Chelle | July 15, 2011 at 08:19 PM
Woohoo! way to go Heather! that is great news!
Selena
Posted by: Selena | July 15, 2011 at 02:54 PM
Yay Heather! Congratulations!!! And Canadian Demonstrator of the Year!!!!!!!! Wow Heather, you rock! So glad you are my demonstrator :) You must be so proud.
Posted by: Lisa Clarke | July 15, 2011 at 01:43 PM
So very proud of you Heather! Artisan AND Demo of the Year! WOW!!! You are truly in a class by yourself. Actually, with your mom because she is an amazing creative person too :) Enjoy the celebration tonite! Can't wait to see everything you bring back with you!
Posted by: Linda H | July 15, 2011 at 01:01 PM
Congrats on the Artisan Award and Demonstrator of the Year award. You inspire me with your wonderful MDS designs.
Posted by: Amy Ward | July 15, 2011 at 12:34 PM
Congratulations on Artisan Award! No doubt about it! Also, Congrats on Canadian Demo of the Year! Probably actually DEMO OF THE YEAR! You ROCK!
Posted by: Lori B | July 15, 2011 at 12:13 PM
Congratulations Heather!!! I'm Not in the least
Surprised!
Posted by: Peg Smith | July 15, 2011 at 11:21 AM
I am so in awe of your talents, and friendship! I heard BJ was a runner-up, that is an acknowledgment of great genes!! Congrats to you both! (Since I share stamping with my two daughters, your post was especially heart-warming to me!)
Posted by: Lyn | July 15, 2011 at 10:06 AM
Congratulations on winning Artisan! I love your work - enjoy your win!
Posted by: Andrea Munro | July 15, 2011 at 09:41 AM
Huge congrats on your Artisan Award & making Demonstrator of the year Heather. That's a a truly wonderful achievement. Really love seeing your creations, your customers must be thrilled to have you
Inky wishes, Di
PS: love your stampin' eh! t-shirt. That's brilliant!
Posted by: Di Barnes | July 15, 2011 at 08:50 AM
This is such a lovely card Heather! And Congrats to you! You are amazingly talented so it's no surprise to me that you won! Enjoy the moment! :o)
Posted by: Theresa McK | July 15, 2011 at 07:38 AM
OMG!!! Canadian Demonstrator of the YEAR!!!!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!!!!!!!! YOU ARE THE BEST!!! XO
Posted by: Lynda Fraser | July 15, 2011 at 07:38 AM
Again Congratulations Heather! Have a fabulous time tonight! And yes you deserve it all - you are an amazing talent!!
Posted by: Lynda Fraser | July 15, 2011 at 07:31 AM
So proud of my Heather! You absolutely deserve the recognition for your incredible talents. Congratulations!
Posted by: Birdie | July 15, 2011 at 07:08 AM