This year, in many respects, has been pretty brutal. Just consider all the musicians, actors and actresses, icons of science and history who we’ve lost. We’ve been through a brutal electoral year, seen the world killing each other and Mother Nature wreaking havoc. I’ve had friends undergoing major medical issues, job problems, losses, and so much more. It’s enough to make you want to bubble wrap your favorite person to keep them safe from 2016!
In a year like this, it takes a special effort to really consider our blessings. It took me a while to ponder, that’s for sure…this past month having to replace my poor car, and having a really crazy cold – it took some effort to break through and consider all the amazing things that 2016 did bring. *See link list at the end of the post if you missed any of these things.
Links to popular posts noted above…have you seen them all?
- CAS Christmas cards
- Thirsty Brushes
- PullTab Slider Cards
- Vintage Teacups
- Rainy Day Get Well Cards
- Gift Guide
- Color a wood fence
- Pencil Ice Skates
- Smoothie card
- Copic Storage
- Comparing Gold Watercolors
- The Human Rainbow
- Color Transparent Water
- Craft Room Tour
“Customer Appreciation Week” giveaways happen all year long. When I have too many stamps and dies overwhelming me, I pack them into envelopes and send them out to random wonderful customers and patrons! Learn more about joining our Patreon family HERE.
So 2016, farewell.
You’ve been a pain in the drain. But you’ve had your moments of redemption, too. We’re truly ready to put you behind us, though, don’t take it personally. Bring on 2017, and let’s make it a good one. Big plans are afoot!
Happy New Year Sandy. Hope your cold is better. Sorry you had to buy a new car :o(
All your work has been a real blessing to me and I just want you to know that.
Many thanks!!
What a new year! You have been one busy girl and thanks to you, I feel a bit wiser when it comes to so many techniques and things. Your tutorials have been so helpful and I know they have helped so many others as well. You have had so many blessings ( two sweet furbabies to cuddle) as well as trials. For me, this year was the year for a new knee and my great grandson was still battling cancer. Yet I feel blessed that he is responding to treatment. I am blessed with many new friends as well as some great friends I have had for years. I count you as a friend even though we have never really met. You have inspired me and given me strength when I need it. Yes, 2017 is going to be a year of good things. God bless.
What a wonderful to look back on the year!
I agree with a fresh new year. Clean palate for an artist like you will feel nice:) I love following you. You are upbeat, talented and such a blessing to watch on Youtube.
Thank you for sharing your talents and puppy videos. Hoping 2017 finds us happy and healthy. Looking forward to a blessed New Year.
I just found you this year. Have really appreciated your blog. Learned many things. Thank you! Wishing you a happy 2017!
Thank you for sharing your talent. I really enjoy watching your videos and learning from you. Love the puppy videos too!
Happy New Year, Sandy! Thanks for the inspirational videos.Blessings to in 2017.
Thanks for sharing you awesome artistic. May you have a happy and healthy 2017
Thank you for sharing your talents with all of us in 2016. Happy New Year and wishing you a blessed 2017.
For me it was a wonderful year as I think of the many blessings my family and I have been gifted with. Wishing you continued success in your work and crafting and may you be blessed in the New Year with a happy and healthy life. You are a joy to watch and learn from.
Hope you feel better soon. I have had a nasty cold that will not leave me alone. Enjoy the New Year and have a safe one. Can’t wait to see what you have coming up! Thank you for all the inspiration year in and tear out.
Sorry…it was a horrible year & can’t wait for it to be over. 2017 has got to be better. I hope.
2016 had its ups and downs like any other year but God has blessed us and the ups have won. Looking forward to 2017 with a positive attitude. Thanks Sandy for all the wonderful projects, tutorials, classes, etc.
Thank you for sharing your many gifts in 2016.
Yep, I keep saying 2016 was super horrible. But that’s not so.
My granddaughter was born this year so that trumps all the crazy stuff!
You are an amazingly talented lady. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talents with us.
I wish you a very happy New Year, full of joy, games with the dogs and most important, good health for everyone !
Just wanted to wish you a happy new year and to let you know that I love your work. Thanks for sharing!
Sandy, thank you so much for all that you share with us whether it be crafty things, your adorable pets or anything else. I am always so excited to see your blog posts come up in my Feedly. Happy 2017.
Thanks for the great reminder to think of the “glass half full”. No matter how bad things are, there are always blessings, there are always good things.
Health wise I pray it’s a better year. May we all be Happy and Blessed. May something make us laugh at least once a day and maybe we can make someone laugh or bring a smile to their face. Share a card with someone who needs it. Especially those in nursing homes or children’s hospitals.
Let’s all be more creative!
Thank you Sandy for all that you share with us!
2016 wasn’t my best year as I lost my Dad and days later my 4 y/o grandson ended up in hosp VERY ill, among many other things, yet I am still Thankful for the MANY other blessings in my life! YOU being one of them! I enjoy your work SO much and find much peace and joy in the time spent watching your videos. It is one of my “happy places” that I go for ME! So THANK YOU for that!
Have a wonderful and prosperous New Year!
Happy New Year Sandy, and thank you for everything you shared with us in 2016.
Couldn’t agree more! Let’s turn it around in 17.