Well, I am proud to announce my latest endeavor. A few months back I was contacted to create an album to be presented to the President of the United States, Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama. Yes, I was stunned and taken aback as this job seemed a bit too daunting to under-take. I still am pinching myself but I had to dig my creative heels in and figure out how to pull this one out of my hat.
The album is to commemorate the National Call To Service event that occurred on January 19, 2009 on the USS Midway.
I am so excited to show you the album that will be presented to President Obama in early May.
Click HERE to see the slide show full screen.
This project also gave me the opportunity to work with some amazing people such as Edith Shain, Warren Hegg, founder and president of the Digital Clubhouse Network and Stories of Service National Program Supervisor and Linda Laurie, Stories of Service Special Events Coordinator. I know that this is only the beginning of a wonderful relationship. This explains how I was able to host Edith Shain in our living room on Saturday, March 21st.
I wish to thank the following companies for generously donating products that made this special album possible:
- Helmar USA
- K & Company
- Stamping Station
- Karen Foster Design
- Buttons Galore & More
- Stamping Details, Poway, CA
I owe a special thank you to DiAnn, the Owner of Stamping Details for thinking of me when she heard of this project. You are an amazing mom-away-from Michgan, friend and supporter.
Gee, it has been a crazy couple of months and hard not to scream from the rooftops. Now I am hoping that our President and First Lady like this album that commemorates an amazing organization and event...and now this tired artist may finally get some rest.
Gorgeous Tracy! It looks like you put a lot of hard work into making it. And thus the explanation for your famous little visitor a few weeks back.
Posted by: Kelly R | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 01:54 PM
Congrats! It's beautiful! I think the last page is the best. :-)
Posted by: Carol B | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 02:11 PM
I could see it!
It looks great!
Posted by: Kelly | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 03:24 PM
OMG!!! trace...that is incredible!!!!!! so proud to call you my SIL! (and secretly hoping to see you in DC in May.) What a huge honor!!
Posted by: allison | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 04:47 PM
Tracy, it brought me chills. IT is beautiful! You are duch a good gluer! :)
Posted by: Paula | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 05:28 PM
All I can say is.... WOW!!! Amazing, Tracy!
Posted by: Jennifer | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 08:22 PM
What the? I am so amazed! That is so incredible, Tracy!!!
Posted by: Carrie | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 10:10 PM
What the? I am so amazed! That is so incredible, Tracy!!!
Posted by: Carrie | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 10:10 PM
Tracy, I got chills looking at that beautiful book you put together! WOW!
Posted by: Jeri | Monday, April 27, 2009 at 10:34 PM
Wow! What a story to tell your grandchildren! Lovely book. wow!
Posted by: Amber | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 03:14 AM
Congrats Tracy!! WoW!!!
Posted by: DawnL | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 03:57 AM
It's a beautiful album!! and what an honor!! these last few months have been so exciting for you, congrats :)
Posted by: Sue Fields | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 04:56 AM
Tracey this is beautiful! Congrats on all your latest accomplishments :)
Posted by: Renee' | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 05:55 AM
TRACEY!!!!! OMG, that is SO fabulous I can hardly stand it. The album is gorgeous and the Obama's will love it. Congratulations on being chosen for such an amazing honor. ;)
Posted by: Marci K | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 05:59 AM
Wow Tracy! What an honor! congrats!
Posted by: Jen Wuthrich | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 06:11 AM
Congratulations, Tracy! I'm so excited for you!!! The album looks simply fantastic!
Posted by: Jenna Franklin | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 06:39 AM
Freaking amazing Tracy! Congratulations!
Posted by: Laura Achilles | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 08:03 AM
Congrats! It is awesome! I love it!!!
Posted by: KJP | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 08:42 AM
WOW! Congrats! The album is fabulous! What a great honor!
Posted by: Julie Howard | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 08:52 AM
Tracy this is gorgeous!!! Congrats and can't wait to promote your new biz for you -
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Posted by: Paula | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 04:00 PM
greetings from Australia, i knew you were awesome when i met you.very proud to say i know YOU,you rock.
Posted by: sue hansen | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 05:00 PM
wow! Congrats for such an opportunity!!
Posted by: Irene Tan | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 06:03 PM
Wow that is so awesome!!! You did an amazing Job Tracy!!
Posted by: Emma | Tuesday, April 28, 2009 at 10:49 PM
I have to say this really is fantastic. You mixed enough embellies and stitching to make it a true scrapbook of today but it is classic and refined. But there is enough meaning to "feel" every page. Very nice job - you should be extremely proud of this work. Outstanding.
Posted by: Peggy | Sunday, May 03, 2009 at 06:26 AM
Wow! You have been very busy, I love the album. Congratulations!!!
Posted by: Tish Treadaway | Monday, May 04, 2009 at 08:04 PM