hey bloggers! just wanting to wish everyone a happy independence day! my thoughts and prayers go out to our troops and their families - thank you. hope you are enjoying your holiday weekend - i'm looking forward to great bbq and mojitos today! it's been a busy week working on kits, and even a few surprises i have planned for you next week (you won't want to miss it). so today be sure to surround yourself with the people you appreciate the most, be safe, and have a happy 4th...t!m





Happy 4th to you and Mario! Hope you have a great day and have a drink for me!!
Posted by: Alicia Sharp | July 04, 2009 at 07:51 AM
Happy 4th to you as well Tim. Have a fun holiday! Thanks for such a wonderful blog.
Catherine
Posted by: Catherine Aguilera | July 04, 2009 at 08:01 AM
Can't wait to see what you have in store for us next week. Have a safe 4th.
Donna O
Posted by: Donna O | July 04, 2009 at 08:07 AM
Have a happy safe 4th of July. I just love that Uncle Sam in the pic. Looking forward to your surprise for us next week. Your surprises are always awe some............
Posted by: pat | July 04, 2009 at 08:09 AM
Happy 4th to you also Tim, looking forward to next week. Drink a mo for me. Rho
Posted by: Rhonda Deremer | July 04, 2009 at 08:10 AM
Rain rain go away! That's the theme where I reside.
Love surprises! I will be on the look-out for what you have in store for us.
Posted by: Kathy in Nebraska | July 04, 2009 at 08:13 AM
Have a happy and safe Independence Day!
Posted by: Sandy L | July 04, 2009 at 08:30 AM
Have a Happy 4th! Excited and looking forward to the surprises you have lined up for us!
Posted by: Carol | July 04, 2009 at 08:38 AM
Happy 4th to you and yours. I so enjoy coming here. I've learned a lot by watching your videos and such.
Posted by: marciad | July 04, 2009 at 08:53 AM
Happy 4th to you as well! I look forward to your surprises!
Posted by: Melinda Brein | July 04, 2009 at 08:57 AM
Happy 4th right back at you. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us! I'll go watch my kid play baseball today and be sure to put the flag out.
Rinda
Posted by: rinda | July 04, 2009 at 09:00 AM
Happy 4th of July, Tim!!!! It sounds like you have some great plans for the day.
Posted by: Tona | July 04, 2009 at 09:03 AM
Happy 4th to you too. It is cold and rainy here in the midwest. Send us some Arizona sunshine. Will be cool to see what you have in store or us!!
Posted by: Debby | July 04, 2009 at 09:10 AM
Happy 4th to you and yours!
Posted by: Myra B | July 04, 2009 at 09:15 AM
Happy 4th from sunny, warm California.
Posted by: deana | July 04, 2009 at 09:15 AM
have a great bbq...i know we are followed by some cool city fireworks...
Posted by: Carolyn | July 04, 2009 at 09:21 AM
Yeah! I love the 4th of July! Enjoy and be safe.
Posted by: Kathryn in Benicia by the Bay | July 04, 2009 at 09:23 AM
Happy 4th to you both! Party up!
Posted by: Barbara Lemme | July 04, 2009 at 09:23 AM
Happy 4th!
Posted by: Kathryn Johnson | July 04, 2009 at 09:31 AM
For Tim, Mario, your family & friends, and fellow bloggers - Happy & safe 4th filled with loved ones, creating great memories, and keeping those who have & do serve our nation ever present in thoughts & prayer today (no matter what side of the political fence you're on.)
Posted by: Denise Ramo | July 04, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Happy 4th!!! I love surprises:)
Posted by: Shirley | July 04, 2009 at 09:35 AM
Happy 4th to you and The Gang. It will be great to be creative, do some BBQing and avoid going to town this weekend. I love the reverberations of the monsoons and the fireworks here in the Dells. Will be thinking of you and the family with a special "thanks" to our troops and their families.
Love, Liz
Liz Walters
Prescott, AZ
Posted by: Liz Walters | July 04, 2009 at 09:44 AM
Happy 4th! It's rainy and cold in the Midwest...very strange for July! BUT, I have a nice warm and very cool hoody I can wear to keep me warm!!!!
Yeah!
Linda
Posted by: Linda Cain | July 04, 2009 at 09:47 AM
Happy 4th! Hope everyone has a great fireworks display tonight and remembers those who can't be there to experience it.
Posted by: Julie Corrigan | July 04, 2009 at 09:47 AM
Have a great 4th of July Tim, Mario and friends. I appreciate all that you do for us. Nancy
Posted by: Nancy Lynn | July 04, 2009 at 09:47 AM
Hi Tim! Have a Happy 4th! I love the vintage display! My Son gave me the American flag he carried with him when he was in Iraq. Since he didn't have a back amour plate he kept it in his flap jacket. He said it made him feel safer. He was a Marine officer and I am so glad he is home safe now! My heart goes out to all who have fought for our country, have a safe and happy 4th of July!
Posted by: Denise Simms | July 04, 2009 at 09:59 AM
Tim happy 4th to you and Mario! Enjoy your day and your drinks!!!
Posted by: kat | July 04, 2009 at 10:06 AM
I am so grateful for those brave men and women risking everything so that I may continue to enjoy FREEDOM. Looking forward to more Tim surprises, drink up!
Posted by: Linda R. | July 04, 2009 at 10:15 AM
Great 4th of July display in you photo! Have a good one!
Posted by: 2amscrapper | July 04, 2009 at 10:17 AM
Have a mohito for me! Hope you and Mario have a wonderful day! God bless the people who are willing to serve in the armed forces wherever they are. Can't wait to see the new surprises you have for us. Also can't wait for Creative Escape, which is coming soon!
Aloha, Kate
Posted by: Kate | July 04, 2009 at 10:26 AM
Happy 4th of July Tim! Hugs, moni
Posted by: moni | July 04, 2009 at 10:27 AM
Have a happy, safe, & relaxing 4th!!! You deserve it!
Surprise for us??? Are we finally going to learn how to make those amazing flowers???? pleeze!!!
~Jill
Posted by: Jill in Frisco, Tx | July 04, 2009 at 10:37 AM
Wishing everyone a wonderful, safe Fourth of July.
Elaine
Posted by: Elaine Allen | July 04, 2009 at 10:41 AM
Happy 4th to You Tim--Mario--Michelle and our Troops all over the world.
Will hopefully catch up on all the Surprises you have in store for the girls next week--- when I return home from a lttle vacation at Scottsdale Heathcare Shea starting Tues.
Decided to stay home this 4th with Miss Cali and Lil Oreo.
Take Care
Hugs to All
Earlene
Posted by: Earlene | July 04, 2009 at 11:16 AM
Happy 4th, cute Tim and Mario! I was on-line, but thinking about juicy images for a 4th-o-July craft idea I had in my head and suddenly I thought: I'll bet Tim has something all patriotic and eye-candily/ephemera and wonderful posted: and YOU DID! You're the best! You guys have a FABULOUS day and by all means, let's give a toast to our AMAZING military service men & women! God Bless our great country!
Posted by: Elise | July 04, 2009 at 11:32 AM
Mojito...yummmy!!!!
Happy 4th of July to you and your friends and family.
Will your surprises be new video demos????
Can't wait to learn new techniques;)
Enjoy your weekend T!m
Posted by: Sandy M | July 04, 2009 at 11:39 AM
the weather is glorious here in the UK. Hope you have a great time and enjoy yourselves
Posted by: Lynnda | July 04, 2009 at 11:39 AM
Hatty 4th to you, until we meet again... (sung to the tune of Happy Trails).
Can't wait to see what you have up your sleeve. You and Mario are the best!!!
Thanks so much, ms.cheryl
Posted by: cheryl yelverton | July 04, 2009 at 11:44 AM
Happy 4th of july to you, wish you a great weekend. Enjoy and have fun.
Looking forward to the next post on this blog. Always exiting to read what you are up to.
Gunn from Norway
Posted by: Gunn Mandal | July 04, 2009 at 11:50 AM
Happy 4th of july to you.
Posted by: Karina | July 04, 2009 at 12:07 PM
happy 4th to you too!
Posted by: Michelle Cummings | July 04, 2009 at 12:08 PM
Tim, Mario, may you have a richly blessed day with your friends and family. Enjoy your time home and have several mojitoes.
cant wait for whats next from you, still love the birds.......
big hugs on this special day
colleen
Posted by: colleen | July 04, 2009 at 12:17 PM
Have a great 4th. Have to run and check the BBQ.
Posted by: Jeanette Carlstrom | July 04, 2009 at 12:20 PM
Happy 4th of July to you too! Hope you have a fabulous and safe one. Can't wait to see what you have in store for us. I just know it will be creative and inspiring.
Posted by: StampinCathy | July 04, 2009 at 12:21 PM
Happy 4th Tim!!!
Dorothy
Posted by: Dorothy McCarthy | July 04, 2009 at 12:25 PM
Hi, Tim! I have that EXACT SAME Uncle Sam figure with the flag! I have a small collection of "antique" Uncle Sams, and it was thrilling to see this one on your blog today! Happy Fourth!
Posted by: Marilyn Mansouria | July 04, 2009 at 12:28 PM
Happy 4th to you and Mario as well!
Have a Safe & Happy Weekend!
Posted by: Kathy Kurth | July 04, 2009 at 12:40 PM
Happy Red, White and Blue to you!
I never want to miss a blog from you -- so many cool ideas, pictures, and fun.
Kim D in FL
Posted by: Kim Davenport | July 04, 2009 at 12:48 PM
And a Happy Independence Day to you as WELL!
Posted by: sherry goodloe | July 04, 2009 at 12:50 PM
Happy 4th of July to everyone! I hope you all have a wonderful time Celebrating America! Isn't this a great country we live in! I love your picture, so patriotic! From the flag waving Uncle Sam all the way down to the American fruit jar rings! I am looking forward to seeing what you have cooked up for us next week.
Posted by: Ruby Craft | July 04, 2009 at 12:52 PM