When it comes to my love affair with paper, my heart has always belonged to Basic Grey.  It races with anticipation as it awaits each season’s new releases; and it beats a little faster when the catalogs are discovered in my mailbox.  For me, no other paper even comes close.  Basic Grey’s designs are innovative, artistic and beautiful.  Each piece of paper is like a work of art worthy of its very own frame.  But I have to come clean and confess that I am a little smitten with a new kitten.  Ever since my mother-in-law sent me a collection of Kaisercraft paper, I’ve had a little crush.  Like Basic Grey, their designs are original and inspiring; and they have an added bonus of being double-sided.  But because they’re an Australian company, their papers have been a little difficult to find. So I selfishly kept the stash for my private collection … until now, that is.  I’ve recently been able to get my hands on a supply of my favorite designs from their discontinued Country Grove line.  The collection includes eight patterns (four double-sided papers) featured in these photographs.  Take a look at them and you’ll fall in love too.  The sweet floral patterns are infused with warm, muted shades of olive, gold, caramel and beige.  And I’m pleased to be able to share them with you (this time).   So look for them as you browse my designs.

As always, thank you for giving me the pleasure.

I never anticipated that I’d have so many people ask me why I named my business “The Sweet Truth”.  In thinking about it, I don’t remember even considering any other names.  “The Sweet Truth” was placed on my heart right from the start.  I knew it would be a name that reflected and honored the one true source of all that I have and all that I am — Jesus.  And that’s what Jesus is in my life … not just the Truth, but the oh, so sweet Truth!  Jesus told his disciples “I am the way and the truth and the life” (John 14:6). And to those in disbelief, Jesus responds “I tell you the truth … I have come that they may have life, and have it to the full”. (John 10:10). I also knew it would be a name that didn’t just describe what I do or what I make … but instead, fully represent my faith and who I am working for.  I hope that I’ve succeeded.

So there you have it … the short, sweet truth.

As always, thank you for giving me the opportunity to create something special for you … and for our glorious King!