Saturday, December 6, 2014

There are some great deals to be had!! Be sure to check them out! You can head over to my website to order your goodies now! The shop now button is up in the upper right hand corner. Happy Shopping!!

Yesterday I got my winter and spring classes scheduled all the way through the end of April. Be sure to check out the classes and get those dates on your calendar! I have card classes and product based classes and a few project centered classes as well! Some classes will be held at Cameron's Winery in Swanzey, NH and some will be in Hinsdale, NH at the Millside Community Center. If you are local to the Keene, NH/Brattleboro, VT area and would like to attend please e-mail me at lpstamp@gmail.com

2015 Class Schedule

Thank Yous and Valentines

So the holidays are over and you received some fabulous gifts and now you need to send some fabulous thank you notes!! This will be a 10 card class with thank you notes and Valentines (it creeps up faster than you think!) for you to create.
Date/Time: Sunday, January 4th 1:00 pm
Location: Hinsdale Millstream Community Center
Registration deadline: Monday, December 22nd
Fee: $22

2015  Coaster Calendar

Come create a standing desk top calendar using two chipboard coasters, cardstock, Designer Series Paper and washi tape. I purchased the pattern for this cute calendar from a fellow demonstrator and would love to share it with you. The class fee includes a package of Designer Series Paper and a package of washi tape. You will have enough supplies left over to create another calendar or other projects.
Date/Time: Thursday, January 8th 6:00 pm
Location: My house @ 28 Hardy Court, Keene
Registration deadline: Monday, December 22nd
Fee: $20

All About Guys @ Cameron's

Masculine cards and gifts are often challenging. We will use new products from the Occasions Catalog to create several cards and I hope a framed item, all with a masculine theme to them. Remember the classes at Cameron's always include a little wine tasting!
Date/Time: Thursday, January 22nd at 6:00PM
Location: Cameron's Winery, Swanzey, NH
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 7th
Fee: $20

Perpetual Birthday Calendar
You have probably seen the calendars that have the dates of the month as a list and you can add a person's name next to their birthdate. Since it is simply a list of dates, it can be used over again each year. Stampin' Up! created a beautiful kit for making just such a calendar. This class fee includes your calendar kit and I will provide the stamps and ink for you to complete the project.
Date/Time: Sunday, January 25that 1:00PM
Location: Hinsdale Millstream Community Center
Registration deadline: Wednesday, January 7th
Fee: $18

Best Day Ever Note cards @ Cameron's

We will use the wonderful note cards with envelopes from the annual catalog and several of the Sale-A-Bration products from the Best Ever ensemble to create a set of note cards. The class fee includes an entire package of the note cards and you can use the rest to create whatever notes you like.
Date/Time: Thursday, February 26that 6:00PM
Location: Cameron's Winery, Swanzey, NH
Registration deadline: Thursday, February 12th
Fee: $18

Stamp-A-Stack Card Class
I love offering this type of class because you get to choose which cards you make and how many of each one you want! You will make a total of 12 cards from the 6 designs I have prepared. You can do 2 of each or up to 3 of any single design! Since my next card class is not until after Easter, there will be one Easter card as part of the 6 designs.
Date/Time: Sunday, March 15that 1:00PM
Location: Hinsdale Millstream Community Center
Registration deadline: Monday, March 2nd
Fee: $25

Birthday Cards @ Cameron's

Time to make the birthday cards you can send to friends and family! We will create 5 awesome cards focusing on kids and ladies (we focused on the guys in January). I bet Leslie and Paul will have some yummy wine for us to sample while we work!
Date/Time: Thursday, March 26th 6:00 pm
Location: Cameron's Winery, Swanzey, NH
Registration deadline: Sunday, March 15th
Fee: $18
 
Spring Occasions Card Class
Spring brings so many fun occasions including graduations, weddings and days to honor our parents. At this 10 card class, you will create cards for all those and more! These cards will be designed so that you can substitute a different greeting to fit the occasions you have coming up in your life.
Date/Time: Sunday, April 12th 1:00 pm
Location: Hinsdale Millstream Community Center
Registration deadline: Monday, March 30th
Fee: $22
 Class @ Cameron's
This is a little too far away to plan. We know it will be fun and that there will be wine for tasting... I am open to suggestions for the class you would like to attend!
Date/Time: Thursday, April 23rd 6:00 pm
Location: Cameron's Winery, Swanzey, NH
Registration deadline: Monday, April 13th
Fee: $TBA



 

Wednesday, October 1, 2014

Stamp Stock and Save!!!

From October 1-6 , you'll be able to purchase select ink, paper, envelopes, and adhesive-all at a 15% discount! Plus select stamps are 20%!
Now is the time restock your own supply.  It's an awesome sale and perfect timing to prepare for a fabulous holiday season of gifts and giving.
Check it out and go here to order!!
****I enlarged parts of the Flyer so you can read the item numbers and prices easier. 
Stamps stock up sale
Stock-up-save-paper-patty-bennett
~ ~ ~ Ink pads are 15% off too.  Just $5.06 each!! ~ ~ ~
Ink pads sale 1

The Regals and Neutrals are also included in the sale but I had trouble getting that enlargement to go in here for whatever technical reason...sorry!
*****Envelopes just in time for those Christmas cards!  Yay!!


Stock up and save envelopes

I hope you find time to take advantage of this awesome sale!  It only lasts until October 6th!

Tuesday, September 9, 2014

Class to go and other stuff

Okay, second post today because I could not figure out how to continue post with different format after pasting deals into other post.

I have decided to do the Black and White Class as a class to go. The cost for the Black and White Class to go is $30 and includes supply list, illustrations, brief directions and all card stock and Designer Series Paper that you need. It also includes Priority Mail shipping. You will have to provide the stamp set (I legally can't provide stamped images), ink, your own trimmer(to cut DSP), scissors and adhesive. If you are close enough to pick this up then I will include a $5 gift certificate good for future product purchase or class registration.

This class has been very popular. Let me know if you want to make these 6 elegant cards for yourself!
 
The weather seems to be cooperating so Fun Friday looks to be a go at this point. Stop by the screen house for some crafting fun from 3-6pm. Last week we played with bleach and a fall stamp set. The results were quite lovely! I tried to take a picture of the bleach card and post but my camera and computer appear to not be on speaking terms! I will try to figure it out but not right now. The week before we played with marbles and created this fun card.
Stop by this week and see what we have happening and you just might get to preview some of the goodies I have for the yard sale! Yes, you can buy them early!  
 
This Saturday, September 13th is our neighborhood yard sale. It actually involves two streets and many families. You should definitely check it out!! I will have more things that I have cleaned out of my stamp room...need to make room for so many fabulous new products! I know there will be Designer Series Paper (25 cents per sheet), spools of ribbon(many brand new) and lots of other goodies too! I think we are starting at 8am and going until noon.
 
I am getting very excited for Pink Pint Night! Next Thursday, September 18th I will be at Pink Pint Night which is being held at the Keene Marriot Hotel from 5:30 to 8:30. I will have a quick Make N Take project and will hopefully find people that want to be on my mailing list, book a workshop and register for upcoming classes! I will have a basket of goodies for those that do book a workshop or register for a class.
 
The registration deadline for some upcoming classes is approaching. Be sure you let me know if you are planning to attend and get your registration in soon!
Deadlines: Black and White Class at Cameron's : Wednesday, Sept. 17th
Watercolor Class: Wednesday, Sept. 24th
 
Looking forward to stamping with you soon!!
 
 

new weekly deals

Happy Tuesday! The air here in New Hampshire has certainly felt more like fall than summer the past two days. Cool and dry days with chilly nights...perfect for snuggling under the comforter with the windows open. I have slept better the past two nights than I have in quite awhile.

So there are new Weekly Deals starting today and going through Monday, September 15th. I am sending in an order this Friday so let me know if you need any of these great products at a very good price!  You can call or e-mail me by Friday or click here to go to order them online.
 
2 Circle Punch by Stampin' Up!
2" Circle Punch
Price: $16.95 $12.71
Blushing Bride Baker's Twine by Stampin' Up!
Blushing Bride Baker's Twine
Price: $2.95 $2.21
Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter by Stampin' Up!
Dazzling Diamonds Stampin' Glitter
Price: $4.95 $3.71
Hexagon Punch
Hexagon Punch
Price: $15.95 $11.96
Modern Mosaic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
Modern Mosaic Textured Impressions Embossing Folder
Price: $7.95 $5.96
Sweet Treat Embellishment Cups
Sweet Treat Embellishment Cups
Price: $2.95 $2.21
What's Up Punch by Stampin' Up!
What's Up Punch
Price: $16.95 $12.71
World Traveler Photobook Template -- Digital Download
World Traveler Photobook Template - Digital Download
Price: $17.95 $10.70

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Thrilling Thursday News!

So lots of news for you! Stampin' Up! announced that you can earn the stamp set Good Greetings for FREE from now until October 31st with a workshop of $300 in sales. This is in addition to your other hostess benefits!! This stamp set has 19 greetings in a fun easy to read script that can be used for lots of occasions. There are of course the holiday ones right through Valentine's Day but there are lots of others too! I do have available dates so let me know when you want to earn this great set by having some friends over for a fun time!!
 
I want to welcome Heidi Wilson back to Stampin' Up! She is looking forward to scrapbooking with our quality products. I am hoping you will get to meet her at classes or events soon!
 
There is still time to join Paper Pumpkin and get 1/2 off of your first two months! Just click here and you will get to the sign up page. Simply enter the promo code HALFOFF2 and your are all set to begin receiving your crafting subscription each month! You have until September 10th but do it now before you forget!

The Big Shot promotion continues through Sunday. You can order your Big Shot from my online store once you add the item number for the Big Shot which is 113439 you can add any of the 5 exclusive bundles for FREE! (value up to $54.25!) This is a great deal and a super time to get your Big Shot if you don't already have one! If you do already have the BEST crafting tool ever then you can order one of the exclusive bundles for a 15% savings over buying the stamp set and framelits separately! These bundles are NOT in either current catalog (annual or Holiday) so get them now!

Be sure to like me on facebook at Stampin' with Leslie. I added several new events to my calendar yesterday that you will want to attend!

I was playing around with a technique called sunburst yesterday, thanks for reminding me Dawn Griffith! Here is the card I came up with.
It uses the new stamp set For All Things on page 41 of the Holiday Catalog. I also used the coordinating Designer Series Paper Color Me Autumn. Book a workshop and I will show you how to do this great technique!
 
I do thank you for stopping by! I hope you have a happy day!



Friday, August 15, 2014

Fun Friday!!

It is Friday again so that means more fun in the screen house! I have several projects ready for today. So as long as the gray doesn't turn into heavy rain we are good to go! A few sprinkles are no problem so be sure to stop by!
This is one of the cards for today. There are other greetings in this set if you don't need a birthday card right now. This uses one of my all time favorite sets, Lovely As A Tree. Hoping it never retires as it is so versatile!

Sure hope to see you later...3-6 is fun time at my house!

Monday, August 11, 2014

Fun Halloween Wreath

Isn't this a cute wreath. I know it is early to be thinking about Halloween and I was irritated when I went to a craft store (you know the one I mean) in Keene and saw the Halloween stuff already being displayed...but in order to plan a class order the kits to have them here and so forth I have to find out now how many want to come to a class at my house and do this fun project. So are you in?

A Frightfully Fun Night Out at my house!
Wednesday, October 1st, 6:30pm
Enjoy a spooky good time and leave with a Halloween Wreath ready for display!
An evening no ghost or goblin will want to miss!
E-mail me now at lpstamp@gmail.com or be forever haunted!

For now I just need to know if there is enough interest. The class would cost $30. If that day doesn't work for you then we can figure out a night and do it at your house and you get the hostess benefits!!!

I have seen some ways to create it slightly differently so that there are some left over parts to use for other projects.

The next class I am doing is the Watercolor Class on Sunday, September 28th at the Hinsdale Millstream Community Center.
These are the samples. We will explore several watercolor tools and techniques at the class. We will have the opportunity to try the Blendabilities markers as well.



Enjoy your Monday and be sure to register for the Watercolor Class if you haven't done so already. Also let me know if you have interest in the Halloween Wreath Class, I would hate to haunt you forever!

Saturday, August 2, 2014

Big Shot Promotion

Wow! The teaser sure didn't prepare me for this! If you haven't gotten your Big Shot Die Cut System yet NOW is the time!!
Two Choices:
1) Buy a Big Shot and get a free bundle below.
  and/or
2) Buy a discounted bundle below at a 15% discount.
Bundle
Item Number
Stamp Set
Framelits
Discounted Price
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle WM
138923
Sumthin' Sumthin'
Word Bubbles
$33.75
Sumthin' with Bubbly Words Bundle CM
138920
Sumthin' Sumthin'
Word Bubbles
$31.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle WM
138924
Oh My Goodies
Deco Labels Collection
$42.25
Decorative Goodies Bundle CM
138921
Oh My Goodies
Deco Labels Collection
$35.95
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle WM
138925
Day of Celebration
Chalk Talk
$43.25
Celebrating Chalk Talk Bundle CM
138922
Day of Celebration
Chalk Talk
$37.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle WM
138911
Daydream Medallions
Floral Collection
$54.25
Flowery Daydream Bundle CM
138910
Daydream Medallions
Floral Collection
$45.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle WM
138644
Bright & Beautiful
Star
$50.75
Bright & Beautiful Stars Bundle CM
138200
Bright & Beautiful
Star
$43.95

NOTES
  • Purchase a Big Shot and receive a free bundle (choose one of the five exclusive bundles available)  
  • Big Shots and Bundles added to Starter Kits do not qualify for this promotion.
  • Big Shots and Bundles entered on Hostess Free and 50% off merchandise, do not qualify for promotion.
  • Bright & Beautiful Stamp Set is part of our holiday catalog.
  • Promotion Dates and Deadlines: August 1-31, 2014 
  • Don't forget to check out other great bundles already available in the current catalog, as well as clearance rack and weekly deals.
I would be happy to demonstrate projects using the Big Shot at a workshop for you and your friends. I do have dates available in August so you and your friends can take advantage of this terrific promotion! The Holiday Catalog, which is available on August 28th, has many Big Shot products among it's 40+ pages!
How would you like to see the Big Shot in action? Stampin' Up! created a video that shows you just how easy and fun using the Big Shot is! I used to use it with the first and second grade students in my stamp club at the school I worked at!



Wednesday, July 30, 2014

Wonderful Wednesday

So I had a blast stamping with my friend Janis last night! We used the Envelope Punch Board to create a box, file folder cards and a couple little holders for small post it notes and Ghirardelli chocolate squares. I think it is possible to do an entire workshop or class based on the envelope punch board. Perhaps I need to find time to schedule that or that could be the December 7th class.

So Stampin' Up! has teased us with the August promotion but I won't have details until Friday. Be sure to check here or your e-mail in box to find out the details. What I do know is that if you don't have a Big Shot yet August is the time to get it!!! If you have one already watch for some great bundles that will save you 15%!

Tuesday is the day we find out this weeks Weekly Deals. I should have posted these yesterday but time got away from me and then I went to stamp with Janis. So with out further delay here are this weeks Weekly Deals. They are available in my online store from now until Monday, August 4th.
1/2 Circle Punch
1/2" Circle Punch
Price: $5.95 $4.46
Brights Designer Buttons
Brights Designer Buttons
Price: $7.95 $5.96
Clear Oval Accent Bigz Die
Clear Oval Accent Bigz Die
Price: $21.95 $16.46
Cupcake Builder Punch
Cupcake Builder Punch
Price: $16.95 $12.71
Delight In The Day Photobook Template -- Digital Download
Delight In The Day Photobook Template - Digital Download
Price: $19.95 $11.97
Gift Bow Bigz L Die
Gift Bow Bigz L Die
Price: $32.95 $24.71
Little Book of Coupons Designer Swatchbook Template -- Digital Download
Little Book Of Coupons Designer Swatchbook Template - Digital Download
Price: $12.95 $7.77
Pool Party Stampin' Emboss Powder
Pool Party Stampin' Emboss Powder
Price: $4.95 $3.71
Watercolor Wonder Designer Washi Tape
Watercolor Wonder Designer Washi Tape
Price: $4.95 $3.71
 
I have most all of these items and use them all.  I do think the Gift Bow Bigz L Die is great. I have directions on how to use the parts to create the sweetest little angel ornament!
Happy Stamping!                                












 

Friday, July 25, 2014

Fun Friday

So I will again be in the screen house today from 3:30 to 6:30. I will have two projects available. You can check out this months Paper Pumpkin Kit and create the little gift box, gift tag and matching card. You will probably decide you love it so much that you want to sign up while you can get your first 2 months at half price!! The little ensemble counts as one project and only costs $1 to make!

The other project uses the Blendabilities Markers in case you want to try them out before buying them or joining my Blendabilities Club. They are lots of fun to use so if you want to try them out stop by and play!

This coming Wednesday is the registration deadline for the Black and White Class in Hinsdale on August 10th. Please get me your registration by Wednesday, July 30th if you are planning to come to class. I am also offering that class as part of the Cards at Cameron's class series. The Black and White Class in being offered at Cameron's Winery on Thursday, September 25th. The deadline for that class is Wednesday, September 17th. I do hope you can make it to one of these classes as the cards are quite elegant and can be used for lots of different occasions. Once you have the template you can use it with lots of different Designer Series Papers for varied looks and themes!


Tuesday, July 22, 2014

Terrific Tuesday

So Tuesday is terrific because the new Weekly Deals start today! There are some great items that are part of this weeks deals! I am going to add two colors of the Chevron ribbon to my latest order. Crushed Curry and Pumpkin Pie Chevron Ribbon are both part of this weeks deals. These colors will be great for upcoming fall cards!
                               
                                      
 
 
                         
                                       
                                        
                              
Bitty Banners Big Shot Die Framelits
Bitty Banners Big Shot Die Framelits
Price: $14.95 $11.21
Calypso Coral Celebration Add-on Kit
Calypso Coral Celebration Add-On Kit
Price: $9.95 $7.46
Celebration Basics Kit
Celebration Basics Kit
Price: $14.95 $11.21
Crushed Curry 3/4 Chevron Ribbon
Crushed Curry 3/4" Chevron Ribbon
Price: $8.95 $6.71
Curly Label Punch
Curly Label Punch
Price: $16.95 $12.71
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
Dotted Scallop Ribbon Border Punch
Price: $15.95 $11.96
Pumpkin Pie 3/4 Chevron Ribbon
Pumpkin Pie 3/4" Chevron Ribbon
Price: $8.95 $6.71
Summer Happiness Kit -- Digital Download
Summer Happiness Kit - Digital Download
Price: $9.95 $5.97
 
 
 
 
      
                                        
                                                                     
                        
 

Monday, July 21, 2014

Happy Monday

Hello on this sunny Monday!
I have already been for a short walk, cleaned up the shed we took down yesterday and with help from Stephen loaded it in my CR-V (not as spacious as my van but almost as good for hauling stuff) and took it to the dump.

Today I thought I would share a card using one of my favorite stamp sets, Work of Art. Stampin' Up! gave it to everyone that attended the catalog premiere events. I love the swooshes and have some ideas for the using this set for one of the fall cards at the Cards at Cameron's Fall Card Class on October 23rd. This card uses the Moonlight DSP stack (I LOVE the 4 1/2" x 6 1/2" size!).
The base is Smokey Slate and it also features the new 2014-2016 In Colors Lost Lagoon and Hello Honey, as well as the little flower from The Itty Bitty Accents Punch Pack.

I will be doing a Fun Friday drop in this coming Friday (7/25) from 3-6p. The project will use the white Stazon ink and the new Lovely Lace Embossing Folder. Stop by the screen house and check it out!

Thursday, July 17, 2014

Half off Paper Pumpkin!

Haven't tried Paper Pumpkin yet?  Then now is the perfect time for you to do so!  New Paper Pumpkin Subscribers can get their first two months of Paper Pumpkin for 50% Off!
Just join Paper Pumpkin as a month-to-month subscriber between now and September 10 and you'll pay only $9.98 (plus tax, if it applies to you) for your first two Paper Pumpkin Kits!  You can then cancel your Paper Pumpkin subscription if you really want to or you can continue to get a fun, exciting surprise each month with your Paper Pumpkin Kit for just $19.95 (plus tax, if it applies to you).
This offer only applies to NEW Paper Pumpkin subscribers and is only good on the month-to-month subscriptions, not pre-paid subscriptions.
To learn more about Paper Pumpkin, please click on this link - Paper Pumpkin Information.
When you are ready to join Paper Pumpkin and start getting these great creativity kits in the mail, just click on this link - Sign Me Up for Paper Pumpkin.  Then, read all about Paper Pumpkin and sign up by clicking on the Join Here link at the bottom of the page or the Subscribe or Join links at the top of the page.  Fill in all the required fields (including a credit card to be billed each month) and follow the prompts.  Under the price information, you'll see a box for a Promo or Redemption Code.  Just use promo code "HALFOFF2" and you'll get your first two kits for half-price!
Also, The Buy 3 Get 1 Free Designer Series Paper offer is more than half over! If you have not gotten your yet you should!!! Our fabulous double sided papers make card making and memory keeping so easy. They match our cardstock and look terrific on all your paper crafting projects! You can call or e-mail me to order...I have an order going in this weekend. You can also click here to go to my online store and purchase your DSP there. While you are at the online store be sure to check out this weeks Weekly Deals (Triangle Punch is only $11.96!) and The Clearance Rack!

Tonight we celebrate Richard's birthday a day early. I was able to barter for some limo time! we will ride in style to Brattleboro for dinner at The Marina restaurant! I will try to remember my camera and take some pictures of our cool transportation!
Happy Stamping!


Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Cute colored Dots!!

So I got the idea for these cute colored dots from Deb Valder. She did a video on her blog about how to make them. They are really very easy! You will need the Stampin' Up! Silicone Craft Sheet (127853 $5.95), Crystal Effects (101055 $6.25) and a couple colors of the new Blendabilities Markers (page 212 of current Annual Catalog). You want to be sure to do this where your craft sheet will not have to be moved for at least 24 hours. Your dots may dry faster depending on how large and thick they are. So squeeze out a little Crystal Effects onto your Silicone Craft Sheet. I did several rows of small dots and then did a few larger ones too. Leave them to dry. They will be cloudy at first and clear as they dry. Once they are dry you can color them with the Blendibilities markers. I used some tiny drops of Crystal Effects to attach them to the front of the card.

The card base is Daffodil Delight and the tag is Coastal Cabana. This just felt happy for a day that started out gray and rainy!

Tuesday, July 15, 2014

Sea Street

So I got these done yesterday afternoon. I used 1 6x6 sheet of Maritime Designer Series Paper and the Sea Street stamp set. I added 3 sheets of Real Red card stock and some smaller pieces of Night of Navy card stock and came up with these very cute cards! I did add texture using the Decorative Dots and Stylish Stripes embossing folders to the Whisper White layers.

So tomorrow night I am going to do some Project Life Memory Keeping pages with a friend and down line. I will see what we come up with and share those on Thursday.

I have some other good news to share...I will be teaching 3 classes this fall at Cameron's Winery in Swanzey, NH! The classes are on Thursday nights and will include the Black and White Class, September 25th, Fall Card Class on October 23rd and a Holiday Gift Tag Class on November 13th. If you are local I hope you will consider coming to one or all of these classes.

Monday, July 14, 2014

Black and White Class


Okay, So it has been a long time since I posted here!! I am going to try to figure some things out to make it easier for me to post regularly. I am going to try to figure out how to attach it to my Facebook account so it will show up when I post. I intend to get samples ready ahead of time for upcoming classes so you will know what I am planning for projects.  I really want to build my business back up so I am busier stamping!
Classes and workshops are so much fun! I really miss doing workshops!! If you have hosted for me before let's do it again soon!! Stampin' Up! has introduced lots of great products and I would love to share them with you and your friends!!
The new Blendabilities markers will help you coloring and blending like a pro! These alcohol based markers come three markers to a set and include a dark, medium and light tone of the same color.
I have played a bit with different colors and different techniques and love these markers! I really feel like an artist!
The next class I have coming up is the Black and White Class on Sunday, August 10th at 1:00. This class will be held at the Hinsdale Millstream Community Center in Hinsdale, NH. I got the idea and cutting template from fellow demonstrator Deb Valder in NY. These 6 cards are very elegant and come together very quickly once you cut your 6x6 piece of Designer Series Paper. We will be using the Back to Black DSP in class.  I am hoping to get some cards made using the Maritime DSP and posted in the next couple days.
 
I am hoping I can get this to post in Facebook. Keep your fingers crossed!!